Incidents in a Gipsy's Life by George Smith
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| Author | Smith, George, 1830- |
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| Title | Incidents in a Gipsy's Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the [1894?] Willsons’ edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Incidents in a Gipsy's Life" by George Smith is a first-person account written in the late 19th century, presumably during the Victorian era. This autobiographical work explores the customs, lifestyle, and experiences of the Romany people, specifically focusing on the author's life. Smith aims to dispel misconceptions about his community, asserting their honesty and Christian values, while highlighting the challenges and joys of living as a gipsy. The narrative details George Smith's upbringing in a gipsy family, his experiences as a horse trader, and his eventual role as the head of a gipsy tribe. He recounts significant events, such as an encounter with Queen Victoria and the success of gipsy galas in various towns. Throughout the text, Smith emphasizes the importance of education for gipsy children and shares insights into their cultural practices, language, and familial bonds. As he reflects on the transition of their traditional lifestyle amidst the encroaching modern world, Smith's candid storytelling offers readers a unique perspective into the gipsy way of life, characterized by a deep connection to nature and a strong sense of identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DX: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Romanies |
| Subject | Smith, George, 1830- |
| Subject | Romanies -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52647 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 37 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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