Name: A Modest Mennonite Home: The Story of the 1719 Hans Herr House, an Early Colonial Landmark (en Inglés)
SKU: 65865563
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Author: Steve Friesen
ISBN: 9781964219288

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A Modest Mennonite Home: The Story of the 1719 Hans Herr House, an Early Colonial Landmark (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Good Books

Autor

Steve Friesen

Año

2026

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

128

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

22.8x17.8x0.76 cm

ISBN13

9781964219288

A Modest Mennonite Home: The Story of the 1719 Hans Herr House, an Early Colonial Landmark (en Inglés)

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A vivid exploration of the 1719 Hans Herr House, a cornerstone of Mennonite heritage in Pennsylvania.

A Modest Mennonite Home by Steve Friesen offers a vivid exploration of the 1719 Hans Herr House, a cornerstone of Mennonite heritage in Pennsylvania. Through detailed chapters, Friesen traces the journey of the Herr family from their Anabaptist roots in Europe, through the trials of migration, to their settlement in the New World. The book delves into the construction and architecture of Christian Herr’s stone house, revealing how its sturdy walls and simple design reflect both the faith and practicality of its builders.

Readers are guided through the daily rhythms of early Mennonite life—market trips, farming, and the use of household spaces like the stube, kammer, and cellar. Friesen’s narrative brings to life the modest furnishings and the spiritual devotion that shaped the home, including its role as a place of worship and print culture. The surrounding landscape, described as “the most charming,” is depicted in its agricultural richness and connection to the community.

The book also chronicles the transformation of the Herr House into a museum, preserving its legacy for future generations. With personal reflections from Andrew Wyeth, whose family ties to the house add emotional depth, A Modest Mennonite Home is both a historical account and a celebration of enduring values—simplicity, faith, and resilience. This richly illustrated volume invites readers to step inside a world where home and heritage are inseparable.