The Amish: A Concise Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 1421419572
- ISBN-13
- 9781421419572
- Series
- The Amish
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 152
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-05-01
- Publisher
- JHU Press
- Author
- Steven M. Nolt
Description
Authoritative, informative, and illustrated, this guide provides a vivid introduction to a way of life many find fascinating but few truly understand.
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