The Shakersofficially known as The United Society of Believers in ChristsSecond Appearingwere at their peak a small but thriving Christian sect thatlived in pri... » 

The Shakersofficially known as The United Society of Believers in ChristsSecond Appearingwere at their peak a small but thriving Christian sect thatlived in private rural communities throughout the eastern United States. Onlya handful of practicing Shakers remain making it more important than ever todocument their rich past and continuing influence. In The Shaker Villageauthor Raymond Bial depicts how the Shakers have lived worked worshiped andevolved. His concise text and impressive photography which features ShakerVillage of Pleasant Hill Kentucky compose a volume that is appealing andinformative to readers of all ages. «