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Out of the Past: Amish Traditon and Faith (Celebrating America)
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At a glance, Out of the Past: Amish Traditon and Faith (Celebrating America) by Mary Ann McDonald comes across as a spiritually oriented read meant for reflection more than speed. The edition details point to 2005 • New Line Books • 128 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 2005 • New Line Books • 128 pages • ISBN 9781880908457.
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Worth a look if you want a reflective read rather than something driven by urgency or hype.
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This one stands out as a slower, more thoughtful read that asks for attention instead of skim energy.
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Best read slowly enough to sit with the ideas instead of rushing straight through it.
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