{"product_id":"the-riddle-of-amish-culture-center-books-in-anabaptist-studies-9780801867729","title":"The Riddle of Amish Culture Center Books in","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, he includes a new chapter describing Amish recreation and social gatherings, and he applies the concept of \"social capitalto his sensitive and penetrating interpretation of how the Amish have preserved their social networks and the solidarity of their community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a perfect tool for introducing undergraduates to sociological analysis. Kraybill skillfully depicts an intriguing world that promotes collectivism against the dominant individualism. We come to understand how Amish life makes sense to those who adhere to it. -- Michele Lamont Christian Century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents:    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 Regulation Social Change  13 Exploring Our Common Riddles","brand":"Johns Hopkins University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49083641758039,"sku":"9780801867729","price":21.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780801867729.jpg?v=1725549571","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-riddle-of-amish-culture-center-books-in-anabaptist-studies-9780801867729","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}