Historical Dictionary of the Gypsies (Romanies)
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Originating in India, the Gypsies arrived in Europe around the 14th century, spreading not only across the entirety of the continent but also immigrating to the Americas. The first Gypsy migration included farmworkers, blacksmiths, and mercenary soldiers, as well as musicians, fortune-tellers, and entertainers. At first, they were generally welcome as an interesting diversion to the dull routine of that period. Soon, however, they attracted the antagonism of the governing powers, as they have continually done throughout the following centuries.
The second edition of the Historical Dictionary of the Gypsies (Romanies) seeks to end such prejudice by clarifying the facts about this nomadic people. Through a list of acronyms, a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on significant persons, places, events, institutions, and aspects of culture, society, economy, and politics, the history of the Gypsies and their culture is told.Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0810854686
ISBN13:9780810854680
Release Date:July 2007
Publisher:Scarecrow Press
Length:392 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.0" x 8.8"
Customer Reviews
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Great reference book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
This book is a must for anyone doing historical research on the Roma people. Yes, it is a little pricey, but well worth it. This book should only be used as a starting point, though. Look to it's very complete bibliography (well worth the price of the book alone) for more detailed information.
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