Historical Dictionary of the Gypsies (Romanies) Second Edition
Author(s): Donald Kenrick (Author)
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Publication Date: 5 July 2007
Edition: Second
Language: English
Print length: 392 pages
ISBN-10: 0810854686
ISBN-13: 9780810854680
Book Description
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.
Editorial Reviews
Review
This work is highly recommended for all reference collections. ― American Reference Books Annual, March 2008
…Kenrick assembles…essential facts about Romany people, places, events, organizations, and culture. ―
Zentralblatt für Geologie und Paläontologie
This useful dictionary is thorough and will be an especially good addition….There are no other dictionaries on the topic. Recommended… ―
Booklist, November 15, 2007
Kenrick knows what he is talking about….Kenrick’s book contains an invaluable 44-page bibliography of post-1945 works arranged by subject. This book is thoroughly recommended. ―
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This concise dictionary…contains entries on the people, places, events, institutions, culture, society, economy, politics, and history of Gypsies. It is meant for general readers and those working in civil rights, culture, education, immigration, and politics. This edition contains more entries, social topics such as marriage, and more dates of birth. Also included is a historical introduction and chronology. ―
Reference and Research Book News, November 2007
About the Author
Donald Kenrick is retired from a career pioneering basic education for gypsies and training courses for those who work with them. He has written extensively on the history, language, and culture of Gypsies.
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