Center for Pennsylvania German Studies

This book has its source in a word list begun by Ruth Bender in the 1920s to document the Pennsylvania Dutch words in use in Johnson County, Iowa. Dr. Beam revisited the word list in the 1970s with the other authors, resulting in this book. Over 2500 entries. 204 pages. Hardcover.

This twelve-volume set is the most comprehensive dictionary of Pennsylvania German ever created and is the result of 50 years of work. Most entries include examples of the entry words in context. A must-have for any serious student of the dialect. Hardcover. Over 2,800 pages.

This 1st edition of Schwetz mol Deitsch! presents a course for learning Pennsylvania Dutch. Many grammars of the past emphasized reading and writing. This book addresses these aspects of language learning but additionally emphasizes conversation. The book is also interspersed with cultural lessons. Black and white illustrations. Softcover. 279 pages.