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A review by lostinfrance
Rumspringa by Tom Shachtman
3.0
Randomly, I am obsessed with the Amish. Not sure why...but the religious group fascinates me. This book is one of many that I have read about the Amish. And ranked in that group of books....it is low on the list, but it is good.
Good: The interviews from actual Amish teenagers and parents.
Bad: a bit too much philosophy. And you don't learn a lot about the religious group...but the teenager part.
The book explores rumspringa. And the irony of the this ultra religious sect allowing its teenagers to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
I would read Amish Society first, if you are looking for a book about the Amish....but if you want to continue your exploration, grab the book.
Good: The interviews from actual Amish teenagers and parents.
Bad: a bit too much philosophy. And you don't learn a lot about the religious group...but the teenager part.
The book explores rumspringa. And the irony of the this ultra religious sect allowing its teenagers to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
I would read Amish Society first, if you are looking for a book about the Amish....but if you want to continue your exploration, grab the book.