Comment on Osiah Horst on Old Order Mennonites by Erik/Amish America.
Thank you, Scott, and everyone else who’s taken a moment to share. I’ve just been reading through some of Osiah’s responses to people’s questions and just think it’s great to have the follow-up from him, especially since generally less is known about Old Order Mennonite life and customs.
I figured this interview would stimulate more questions. One thing I like about A Separate People is the writing voice that Osiah’s father Isaac has–it’s very conversational, and the book is written as if you are taking a walk through an Old Order Mennonite community with a knowledgeable and entertaining guide at your elbow.
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