The riddle of Amish culture / Donald B. Kraybill.
By: Kraybill, Donald B
Contributor(s): Center for American Places
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TextSeries: Center books in Anabaptist studies: Publisher: Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001Edition: Revised editionDescription: xvi, 397 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 080186772X (pbk.); 0801867711 (alk. paper)Subject(s): Amish -- United States | Amish -- Canada | Amish -- Pennsylvania -- Lancaster CountyDDC classification: 305.6/87 LOC classification: E184.M45 | K73 2001Bibliography, Etc. Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages [369]-390) and index.| Item type | Current library | Shelving location | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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"Published in cooperation with the Center for American Places, Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Harrisonburg, Virginia."
Includes bibliographical references (pages [369]-390) and index.
1. The Amish story -- 2. The quiltwork of Amish culture -- 3. Symbols of integration and separation -- 4. The social architecture of Amish society -- 5. Rites of redemption and purification -- 6. Auctions, frolics, and gangs -- 7. Passing on the faith -- 8. The riddles of technology -- 9. Harnessing the power of progress -- 10. The transformation of Amish work -- 11. Managing public relations -- 12. Regulating social change -- 13. Exploring our common riddles.