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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an intriguing historical account that journeys through the lives of a family of Mennonite immigrants as they flee religious persecution in Switzerland and embark on a new life in the United States. The author provides an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs experienced by these devout individuals as they navigate their new homeland, establish their community, and grapple with the preservation of their faith and traditions. Anchored in meticulous research, this book traces the family's arduous journey from their humble beginnings in the Emmental region of Switzerland to their settlement in the American Midwest. The author delves into the motivations, beliefs, and sacrifices that shaped their decision to leave their homeland and embark on a perilous transatlantic voyage. The narrative captures the struggles they faced as they adapted to a foreign culture, encountered prejudice, and sought to maintain their religious identity amidst societal pressures. Beyond the personal narrative, this book explores the broader historical context of Mennonite immigration to the United States in the mid-19th century. It examines the role of religious persecution, economic hardship, and the search for religious freedom in driving this migration. The author also analyzes the impact of the Mennonite community on American society, highlighting their contributions to agriculture, education, and peace activism. Through a blend of personal stories, historical analysis, and insights into Mennonite beliefs and practices, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the immigrant experience and its profound impact on both the family and the nation. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in religious history, immigration, or the social and cultural fabric of the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Publication Date: 2025
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1914 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 90 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 90 Language: German.
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Add to basketHRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.
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