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The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God
Season 1They called themselves the United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing, but the world called them Shakers. Ken Burns creates a portrait of this American movement, and in the process, offers us a new way to understand them.
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- 1. The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to GodSeptember 18, 199860minTV-GSubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish
They called themselves the United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing, but the world called them Shakers. Ken Burns creates a portrait of this American movement, and in the process, offers us a new way to understand them.
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- Amy Stechler BurnsKen Burns
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- 1998
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Monhegan MonarchReviewed in the United States on November 12, 20205.0 out of 5 starsWonderful
Verified purchaseDoes a fine job of presenting an overview of the history of the Shakers. Wonderful people, inventive, honorable and compassionate.
Woof & RoxxiReviewed in the United States on May 6, 20215.0 out of 5 starsand Now comes the ....
Verified purchaseThe Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God: Season 1 ~ Very interesting document drama. There is always something new to learn about life, don't you think. Great publishing. Good commentary
J ShaughnessyReviewed in the United States on February 13, 20215.0 out of 5 starsFavorite
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Catherine MReviewed in the United States on December 18, 20204.0 out of 5 starsInteresting
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Jan ChiachiarettoReviewed in the United States on October 9, 20205.0 out of 5 starsFascinating!
So this is about 20 years old, meaning an elderly Shakers in the interviews are long gone. But then again so is this fascinating culture. I think the documentary went into great depth. I learned a great deal about a group I thought I already understood. If you like Americana, alternative beliefs and unique perspectives, all wrapped up in a peaceful prosperous culture - the Shakers are for you! Very sorry they did not last!!
Robert DelarueReviewed in the United States on February 5, 20215.0 out of 5 starsGreat product, came on time, will do business again with this seller.
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Robert BrownReviewed in the United States on May 15, 20215.0 out of 5 starsJust a lovely presentation
So nicely done throughout. Well worth watching!
Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United States on January 27, 20215.0 out of 5 starsBeautifully done.
This was a lovely view of the Shaker community, mixed with song and imagery.
