Wi Leahre Plautdietsch: A Beginner's Guide to Mennonite Low German
This book is a beginner's guide to Plautdietsch- a language
spoken in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Paraguay, Belize, Bolivia,
Germany, Russia and other nations. It assumes no prior knowledge of
either Plautdietsch or standard German. The text may be used for
either self-study or for classroom learning, and it is deliberate
in limiting the amount of grammatical terminology/jargon that
appears. The goal is to assist in everyday communication and to
open a window into the existing world of Low German literature.
Many "triple entries" are provided in English,
Plautdietsch and High German [Hochdeutsch]. Dialogues and short
readings will also introduce German-Russian Mennonite cultural
themes. "Wi Leahre Plautdietsch" is presently the only
grammar of its kind produced in the Americas. Other literature
pertaining to Mennonite culture and tradition can be obtained
through the MENNONITE HERITAGE & AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM. Visit the
website at mhmuseum@mtelco.net.
