Visits With the Amish: Impressions of the Plain Life

By Linda Egenes

Who are the "plain people," the men and women who till their fields with horse and plow, travel by horse and buggy, live without electricity and telephones, and practice "help thy neighbor" in daily... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813826098
• ISBN13: 9780813826097
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Iowa State Press
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.4" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

An enlightening read that should not be overlooked

No technology, little travel, the Amish life seems simpler. "Visits with the Amish: Impressions of the Plain Life" are the reflections of Linda Egenes on her visits with her Old Order Amish neighbors and what she learned during her travels and time spent with them. Painting a picture of their lives, she provides much insights into the lives of these people that outsiders would not often know. "Visits with the Amish" is an enlightening read that should not be overlooked.

An Intimate Glimpse

into the lives of the Amish is something that not many people get to experience. How lucky was Ms. Egenes! She dispensed my view that they are serious and somber all the time. It seems like they have lots of fun and are just as happy as non-Amish people, even though they don't have T.V., computers, etc. The book holds your interest from cover to cover, especially since most chapters aren't too long. Good reading!

A Lovely Gift

I wanted a gift for my Aunt Carolyn and came across Visits with the Amish. The title attracted me and I knew it would be of interest to my aunt, as well. Questions came up about the Amish whenever I saw a horse-drawn buggy bravely trot down a main road here in Iowa. Wouldn't it be nice to visit the Amish and have so many questions about their lifestyle answered? Don't tell my aunt, but I read "her book" first and found detailed, simple, and clear answers to my questions. I also liked the warm format of "visits." It felt like I was there, in person, at home with the Amish and, fair warning, time flew by quickly as I got totally immersed; this informative book is easy reading. The beauty, simplicity, and warmth of the Amish are reflected in every aspect, from the beautifully designed cover, to the simple and well placed illustrations, and to the clarity of chapter organization. Time to wrap it up; Visits with the Amish is a great gift!

A Treat for the Senses

Visits with the Amish ushers readers into the timeless beauty of a reverent and joyous society. Whether quilting with the ladies, watching men make saddles, or playing tag with school children, Egenes describes her subjects with intimacy and accuracy. The book is a delightful treat for the senses. The taste of home-made ice cream; the sound of church hymns sung a capella; the image of a bonetted-girl riding her horse bareback- these are just a few of the impressions that stick with you. At once lyrical, funny, touching and informative, Visits with the Amish, leaves readers with the sense that the "plain life" is anything but.