Includes bibliographical references (p. [283]-290) and index.
Contents
Preface -- ch. 1. Amish life : plain and perplexing -- ch. 2. Socialization : passing on the faith -- ch. 3. Adolescence : testing an Amish identity -- ch. 4. Schooling : read'n, writ'n, and learning the basics -- ch. 5. Parenting : holding on and letting go -- ch. 6. Teen culture : working hard and having fun -- ch. 7. Singings : socializing and stepping out -- ch. 8. Rumspringa : the running-around years -- ch. 9. Courtship : finding a mate -- ch. 10. Weddings : high times in plain places -- ch. 11. The future : keeping faith and coming home -- Appendix : German word usage -- Notes -- Selected references -- Index.
