Miller - The Illinois Amish (1980)

What it is

D. Paul Miller, The Illinois Amish (Pequea Publishers, 1980), 168 pages. Written by D. Paul Miller (1917–2018), Christopher’s grandfather, while he taught sociology at Illinois Wesleyan University (1960–1982, per the IWU class of 1970 news). Catalog record: Open Library.

Not yet read. From the title, a study of the Amish of Illinois: background for the family’s Amish roots rather than a family history.

Where to find it

• No digital copy found (Open Library, Internet Archive; 2026-11-07).
• Used copies or libraries; probably also in the family.

What it says about the family

Not yet read.

• Find a copy (family, used-book dealers or interlibrary loan) task/human
• Read it and note any family names, places or congregations, with page numbers task/ai

Reliability

A published work by a trained sociologist. Default evidence level: compiled lead, except where it quotes records directly.

Record compiled 7 November 2026.

About this research

Supporting documentation is linked throughout. This project is an exercise in AI-assisted research and development, and I haven’t manually verified every link or conclusion. All transcriptions and translations of Swiss parish records were made with AI, and their accuracy should be treated accordingly.