The Romany Rye by George Borrow

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Author Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor Sampson, John, 1862-1931
Title The Romany Rye
A Sequel to 'Lavengro'
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Note Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Transcribed from by the 1903 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly supplying the images from which this transcription was made
Summary "The Romany Rye" by George Borrow is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a sequel to "Lavengro" and follows the protagonist, Borrow himself, as he navigates a blend of reality and fiction amidst his adventures, particularly exploring the Romani culture he became fascinated with. Through unique interactions and encounters, the narrative delves into personal relationships and broader societal themes. The opening of "The Romany Rye" introduces us to Borrow's life following his departure from London. He wakes up in a dingle, a secluded area where he had camped, and begins his day by repairing a damaged post-chaise. During this time, he engages with a postillion who had been sleeping through his hammering. Their lighthearted breakfast conversation reveals the warmth of human connections and foreshadows the themes of hospitality and camaraderie throughout the book. Shortly after, a mysterious figure known as the "man in black" enters the scene, setting the stage for deeper philosophical discussions about religion, society, and Borrow's musings on the nature of truth and deception, which will unfold as the story progresses. (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
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EBook-No. 25071
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 9, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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