Shachtman, Tom

Examines the annual Amish ritual known as Rumspringa, where sixteen-year-old Amish youths are permitted to venture out beyond the bounds of their faith and experiment with things that are otherwise forbidden before they make a final decision whether or not to remain within the Amish culture.

Tells the story of the African-American Students Foundation and their efforts to transport nearly 800 young East African men and women to the United States between 1959 and 1963.

Explains the use of videotape equipment and gives instructions on developing a script, planning and shooting a video, editing, and finding a market for the final product.

Describes the unique characteristics of twenty-seven villages in New England, presents more than two hundred color photos, and lists several hotels, restaurants, and sights to see.