The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam by Sir Richard Francis Burton
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"The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work comprises a collection of essays that explore the Jewish people, their historical context, and their relationships within society, alongside studies on Gypsies and Islam. The book aims to provide an ethnological perspective on these groups, drawing from Burton's extensive travels and observations. At the start of the volume,
the author presents a general opinion of the Jew, discussing their distinctive cultural traits and notable history. Burton emphasizes the tenacity of the Jewish people, their ability to maintain a vibrant identity despite centuries of persecution, and their unique physiological and psychological characteristics. He lays the groundwork for an insightful exploration of Jewish life and traditions, while hinting at the complexities and tensions that surround their societal interactions, particularly in comparison to other ethnic groups like the Gypsies and the Islamic faith. This opening sets the stage for a rich investigation into the interplay of culture, identity, and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Wilkins, W. H. (William Henry), 1860-1905 |
| LoC No. | 05006388 |
| Title | The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam |
| Credits |
Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall, Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Islam |
| Subject | Romanies |
| Subject | Jews |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57208 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1326 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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