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The Old-order Amish

Title
The Old-order Amish [motion picture] / Vincent R. Tortora.
Publication
Port Washington, N.Y. : Vedo Films, 1959.

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Additional Authors
Tortora, Vincent R.
Subject
  • Anthropology
  • Amish
  • Christianity
  • Religion
Credits (note)
  • Music, Jack Behrens; editor, Stephen Schmidt.
Title
The Old-order Amish [motion picture] / Vincent R. Tortora.
Imprint
Port Washington, N.Y. : Vedo Films, 1959.
Description
1 film reel (32 min.) : sd. col. ; 16 mm.
Credits
Music, Jack Behrens; editor, Stephen Schmidt.
Summary
Explains the group structure and psychology of the Amish, showing their detachment and resistance to the inroads of society. Includes views of Amish homes and farms, barn-raisings, one-room schools, church meetings, social get-togethers, farmers' markets, etc. Contains excerpts of Amish chants and hymns and conversations in the Pennsylvania Dutch dialect.
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Tortora, Vincent R.
Branch Call Number
M16 1040 0
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