A History of the Gipsies: with Specimens of the Gipsy Language by Walter Simson
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"A History of the Gipsies: with Specimens of the Gipsy Language" by Walter Simson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the origins, culture, and history of the Gipsy people, particularly focusing on their presence and evolution in Europe and the British Isles. It seeks to provide a comprehensive study of the Gipsies, a group often seen through the lens of prejudice and misunderstanding. The opening
of the text outlines the historical context of Gipsies in Great Britain, noting their arrival around the early 16th century and the profound demographic changes they underwent while integrating into society. It discusses the Gipsy population, estimated to be significant, and their migration to America from the long-standing prejudices they faced. Moreover, the piece reflects on the historical narrative surrounding the Gipsies, emphasizing their unique identity and the rich complexity of their existence contrasted against a broader societal backdrop. The author aims to shed light on this often-misunderstood culture by drawing on various aspects of their history, societal contributions, and the intricate dynamics of their relationships with the surrounding populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Simson, Walter |
|---|---|
| Editor | Simson, James, 1826- |
| LoC No. | 13011947 |
| Title | A History of the Gipsies: with Specimens of the Gipsy Language |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Harry Lamé and the Distributed Proofreaders Team at pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DX: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Romanies |
| Subject | Romanies -- Languages |
| Subject | Romanies |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39665 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39665-1 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2012 |
| Last Update | Sep 8, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 662 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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