Abstract
The account begins on the night of the author’s birth. Ann Stoltzfus Taylor was the first child born to her parents, Gid and Lizzie Stoltzfus, a well-known Amish couple living near Intercourse, Pennsylvania. Stoltzfus Taylor gives us a brief history of the home she grew up in, as well as introducing us to her family. Various aunts, uncles, and grandparents are described, along with memories associated with each person. She writes about her great-grandfather, nicknamed “Wild Gid,” who apparently was not a model Amishman. The chapter ends with a few stories of tragedies and stories of fun and bonding with her daudy. In this chapter is also the first mention of the issue that would eventually lead to the life-shattering excommunication of Stoltzfus Taylor’s parents. [First paragraph.]
Recommended Citation
Schlabach, Amy. 2024. "Review of: Born Amish: Life before the Ex-Communication—Ann Stoltzfus Taylor." Journal of Amish and Plain Anabaptist Studies 12(1-2):118-119.
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2471-6383
