The Romany Rye by George Borrow

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Author Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor Watts-Dunton, Theodore, 1832-1914
Title The Romany Rye
a sequel to "Lavengro"
Note Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits Transcribed from the 1900 Ward, Lock and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "The Romany Rye" by George Borrow is a novel written in the late 19th century. It serves as a sequel to Borrow's previous work "Lavengro" and likely continues to explore themes surrounding the Romani culture and the author's personal encounters within that world. Central to this narrative is the character Borrow himself, who interacts with various Romani individuals while reflecting on philosophical and social themes. The opening of "The Romany Rye" begins with Borrow's reflections on his previous book and the controversies surrounding it, establishing a tone of personal accountability and introspection. In the initial chapters, he describes a scene in a dingle where he awakens in a natural setting, engages in practical tasks like repairing a chaise, and interacts warmly with Romani characters such as Belle and a postillion. These interactions reveal Borrow's respect for the Romani culture, establishing a foundation for his explorations of deeper philosophical discussions and societal critiques throughout the work. The narrative blends elements of adventure, cultural observation, and personal growth, setting a richly textured atmospheric base that hints at the social dynamics Borrow will further investigate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Romanies -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 21206
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 9, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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