Driving the rural roads of Michigan one might suddenly come upon a black buggy driven by a bonneted woman or a bearded Amish man. In 1955 there were fewer than five hundred Amish in Michigan - in 2000 there were more than seven thousand. The Amish, with their unique life-style, are found only in North America where approximately 170,000 live in twenty-four states and one Canadian province. This sensitive and fascinating volume explores the Amish historical background, immigration into Michigan, occupations, marriage patterns, cultural conflicts, community-financed schools, medical practices, and cultural survival.
Awards
Winner of Michigan Notable Books 2002.



Book Information
ISBN 9780870135972
Author Gertrude Enders Huntington
Format Paperback
Page Count 55
Imprint Michigan State University Press
Publisher Michigan State University Press
Weight(grams) 95g