Through firsthand research and personal relationships, Suzanne
Woods Fisher has collected more than 400 proverbs that uncover the
rich heritage, folklore, faith, values, history, and essence of the
Plain People. These proverbs serve as teaching tools and maxims for
practical living--but they're not just for the Amish. They're for
anyone who seeks God's wisdom and truth for everyday
circumstances.
Ranging from the simple to the profound, from the serious to the
humorous, these sayings will stick with you through life's joys and
sorrows. This expanded edition of Amish Proverbs includes
more than 200 additional proverbs, giving readers more of the wit
and wisdom they crave.
Well done is better than well said.
The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who
have been kind to you.
Some folks don't exaggerate, they just remember
big.
Chances are good that during your life you've run across some good
advice. And it's very likely that much of it originated with an
Amish proverb. Through firsthand research and personal
relationships, Suzanne Woods Fisher has collected more than 400
proverbs that uncover the rich heritage, folklore, faith, values,
history, and essence of the Plain People. These proverbs serve as
teaching tools and maxims for practical living--but they're not
just for the Amish. They're for anyone who seeks God's wisdom and
truth for everyday circumstances.
Ranging from the simple to the profound, from the serious to the
humorous, these sayings will stick with you through life's joys and
sorrows.
Suzanne Woods Fisher is the bestselling author of Amish
Peace, as well as many novels about the Amish, including The
Choice, The Waiting, The Search, The
Keeper, and The Haven. Suzanne is a Christy Award
nominee and is the host of an internet radio show called Amish
Wisdom. She lives in California.
Suzanne Woods Fisher is the bestselling author of The Letters, The Calling, the Lancaster County Secrets series, and the Stoney Ridge Seasons series, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace. She is also the coauthor of an Amish children's series, The Adventures of Lily Lapp. Suzanne is a Carol Award winner for The Search, a Carol Award finalist for The Choice, and a Christy Award finalist for The Waiting. She is also a columnist for Christian Post and Cooking & Such magazines. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and connect with Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.