Gypsy Lore (1908) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165365845)

Gypsy Lore is a book written by R. A. Scott Macfie and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the history, customs, and beliefs of the Roma people, also known as Gypsies. Macfie draws on his extensive travels and personal interactions with the Roma to provide an in-depth exploration of their culture and way of life.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Gypsy culture. Macfie covers topics such as the origins of the Roma, their language and music, their social structure and customs, and their spiritual beliefs and practices. He also discusses the challenges that the Roma face in modern society, including discrimination and persecution.Throughout the book, Macfie provides numerous examples and anecdotes to illustrate his points and bring the Roma culture to life. He also includes photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the people and places he describes.Gypsy Lore is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Roma people. It provides a fascinating glimpse into a unique and often misunderstood culture, and sheds light on the challenges faced by the Roma community both in the past and present.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: R. A. Scott Macfie
ISBN-10: 1165365847
ISBN-13: 9781165365845
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 20
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.05d