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"The writing is clever and lighthearted." -Lancaster Sunday NewsFrom the very first taste of A's sweet apple butter to Z's last three names in a Pennsylvania Dutch phone book (Zimmerman, Zeager, and Zook), the Amish culture is captured and glorified in stunning illustrations and rhymes that are rich with heritage. Author Chet Williamson turns every letter of the alphabet into a tribute to the traditions of those who live in the Pennsylvania Dutch region. B tells children of Belsnickel, the Pennsylvania Dutch version of Santa Claus, while W celebrates the Amish's skill at woodwork. Through colorful illustrations and informative facts about the Amish people, Pennsylvania Dutch Alphabet will win the hearts of all readers and awaken the Pennsylvania Dutch spirit in all of us.Williamson, Chet is the author of 'Pennsylvania Dutch Alphabet ', published 2007 under ISBN 9781589804968 and ISBN 1589804961.
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