Bernese Anabaptists And Their American Descendants (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258018436)

Bernese Anabaptists And Their American Descendants is a book written by Delbert L. Gratz that explores the history of the Anabaptist movement in the Bernese region of Switzerland and its impact on the United States. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Anabaptist faith, its beliefs, and practices, as well as the persecution that its followers faced in Europe.The author also delves into the migration of Anabaptists from Switzerland to the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries, and how they established communities in various parts of the country. Gratz examines the social and cultural aspects of these communities, including their religious practices, language, and customs.The book also provides a detailed genealogy of the Bernese Anabaptists and their descendants in the United States, tracing their family histories and highlighting their contributions to American society. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including church records, family histories, and personal interviews, to provide a rich and engaging account of this fascinating group of people.Overall, Bernese Anabaptists And Their American Descendants is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Anabaptist movement and its impact on American culture and society.Additional Editors Are Melvin Gingerich, Guy F. Hershberger, Silas Hertzler, And John C. Wenger. Studies In Anabaptist And Mennonite History, No. 8.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Delbert L. Gratz
ISBN-10: 1258018438
ISBN-13: 9781258018436
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2011
Pages: 244
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.56d