As Amish fiction that continues to appeal to a huge audience, A Pocket Guide to Amish Life gives readers a glimpse into an obscure, fascinating world - what the Amish believe and how they live. Full of fun and fresh facts about the people who abide by this often-misunderstood faith and unique culture, this handy-sized guide by Mindy Starns Clark, author of Shadows of Lancaster County, covers a wide variety of topics, such as: beliefs and values; clothing and transportation; courtship and marriage; shunning and discipline; teens and rumspringa; children and the elderly; and, education and work. Presented in an easy-to-follow and engaging style, this pocket guide to the Amish is a great resource for anyone interested in Amish life.