A study of three Amish homesteads: one in Lancaster County; Pennsylvania; one in Holmes County; Ohio; and one in LaGrange County; Indiana. Scott examines the history and cultural development of a typical Amish house and barn; one in each of the three largest Amish communities in North America. Home is the center of Amish life and most life events:birth; marriage; daily work and play; retirement; and even death happen there. Stephen Scott explores the history and cultural development of three Amish homesteads; each of which has been occupied by the current family of residence for at least four generations. The Stoltzfus Farm of Lancaster County; Pennsylvania; the Yoder-Miller Farm of Holmes County; Ohio; the Bontrager-Miller Farm of LaGrange County; Indiana. Amish Houses and Barns also includes a photographic essay of typical Amish architecture in each of the three communities. Its numerous anecdotal stories;"Barn Fire;" "The Farm Is Strip-Mined;" and "Amish Style Graffiti"; enhance the human story.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Her expert knowledge combined with her love for ballet and her love for her students helped ...By CircusmattAs a student. I had the honor of learning from the masterful teachings of Nina Danilova. Her expert knowledge combined with her love for ballet and her love for her students helped prepare me for my career as a classical ballet dancer.I am delighted that through "Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations." a much wider audience of teachers. students. and balletomanes will be able to experience Ms. Danilovas mastery.As a ballet school director. I am excited to have this wonderful resource in my library with which to help preserve the vast history of ballet and help guide the next generation.-Matthew C. DonnellDirector of UNCSA Preparatory Dance Program0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Important ballet book!!By Sylvia RossEight Female Classical Ballet Variations is a must have for every ballet student. teacher and arts lover!! On top of providing the steps written out in an easy to learn abbreviated format with pictures to help you along. it provides important historical information to improve your understanding of what you are doing past executing the steps. There is additional information on how to incorporate this book into any schools variations program. With a unique take on how to work with students whatever their level (beginner to advanced). helping them to develop not only technically but as artist. while keeping true to classical ballet heritage. Its great for out of studio ballet study as well!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. this book is an excellent source for classical ballet teachers and mostly for classical ...By CustomerFor this era. where quantity is more important than quality. this book is an excellent source for classical ballet teachers and mostly for classical ballet students who are in the process of learning Variations. to understand the uniqueness of each Variation and the connection between the physical and spiritual phenomena of artistry. how Mrs Danilova explain in her book.
