The Landis family of Landis Valley was ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. Its members were typical Pennsylvania Germans of their era; focused on farming and family; yet they also traveled; edited magazines; and became the founders of the Landis Valley Museum. The Landis family settled in Lancaster County in the 18th century; where Henry Harrison Landis and his wife; Emma Caroline Landis; raised their children; Henry Kinzer; George Diller; and Nettie Mae; in a cross-cultural environment. Descended from Mennonite and Reformed Church families; the Landis family formed an appreciation for both cultures; and recognizing the valuable contributions of Pennsylvania Germans to American culture; they collected images and objects to chronicle their unique way of life. Using historic photographs; many never before published; The Landis Family: A Pennsylvania German Family Album provides insights into the family life; customs; and agricultural traditions of this unique region.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy JanieWe are enjoying the book and reliving many happy memories.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Nice CollectionBy tesgI actually learned a few things about Burger Chef I didnt know about in this book (they were frying burgers at most locations in the end?). even though this book is much more of a picture collection than a story.A number of these images have been available at Burger Chef tribute sites over the years. but theres lots of things from the founders collections as well that I havent seen before.A fine collection of images and words.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Another valuable addition to your library. Your friends will admire the handsomely bound book.By Wesley HortonThis book should have been in Color. . .If you wondered what happened to Burger Chef. the answer is here. . The sad decline of this once great burger chain and its ascent to the top as well as the greed of the founders to sell out. The decline to "Burger Jims" is also covered as is the fatal 1968 e. coli breakout that kill 6 and sickened 3.More importantly. the book highlights Burger chefs emphasis on environmental responsibility and its pioneering use of biodegradable paper cups. and the congressional backlash it caused. Their innovative use of Neon is also discussed.There is also a special section on their advanced use of polydodecahedron polycarbonate to make light fixtures as well as their licensing of the technology to TSR for multi sided dice. which permitted modern multi player games to exist. The story of the science of the modern hamburger as we now know it. and the personalities that were involved is truly amazing.Once the best burger place on your street. its not. . . Gone
