Researching the Plain Religions: Pocket Guide

Religions in America vary from structured to relaxed; historical to new age. Included in this country's social history are those sects commonly called the "plain religions." Plain religions, also called Plain People, are described as being Christian religious sects within the Anabaptist group that follow practices of simple living, separation from the world, and plain dress. Examples of plain religions include Amish and Mennonite, Huguenots, Hutterites, and Shakers. Though each are research...