Angus Fraser:The Gypsies by Angus Fraser (English) Paperback Book
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The Nile on eBay The Gypsies by Angus Fraser A history of the gypsies, examining the ways they have preserved a distinct heritage and culture that transcends national boundaries. Opening with a study of gypsy origins, the book traces their migration through the early Middle Ages to the present, through the Middle East, Europe and the world. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Since their unexplained appearance in Europe over nine centuries ago, the Gypsies have refused to fall in with conventional settled life. They remain a people whose culture and customs are beset with misunderstanding, and who cling to their distinct identity in the teeth of persistent rejection and pressure to conform. This book describes their history. Back Cover Since their unexplained appearance in Europe over nine centuries ago, the gypsies have refused to fall in with conventional settled life. They remain a people whose culture and customs are beset with misunderstanding, and who cling to their distinct identity in the teeth of persistent rejection and pressure to conform. This book describes their history.The book opens with an investigation of gypsy origins in India. The author then traces the gypsy migration from the early Middle Ages to the present, through the Middle East, Europe and the world. Throughout their known history they have been renowned for their music, metal working, fortune-telling, healing and horse-dealing; but from the outset they outraged the prejudices of the populations they encountered: they were enslaved, harrassed, outlawed and hunted. Yet against all the odds the gypsies have survived, preserving a distinctive heritage and culture that transcends national boundaries. How they did so is the compelling theme of this book.This new paperback edition has been revised to take account of recent research and of the political changes in Eastern Europe, which have sadly been followed by a resurgence of Gypsy persecution in a number of countries. Flap Since their unexplained appearance in Europe over nine centuries ago, the gypsies have refused to fall in with conventional settled life. They remain a people whose culture and customs are beset with misunderstanding, and who cling to their distinct identity in the teeth of persistent rejection and pressure to conform. This book describes their history. The book opens with an investigation of gypsy origins in India. The author then traces the gypsy migration from the early Middle Ages to the present, through the Middle East, Europe and the world. Throughout their known history they have been renowned for their music, metal working, fortune-telling, healing and horse-dealing; but from the outset they outraged the prejudices of the populations they encountered: they were enslaved, harrassed, outlawed and hunted. Yet against all the odds the gypsies have survived, preserving a distinctive heritage and culture that transcends national boundaries. How they did so is the compelling theme of this book. This new paperback edition has been revised to take account of recent research and of the political changes in Eastern Europe, which have sadly been followed by a resurgence of Gypsy persecution in a number of countries. Author Biography Sir Angus Fraser died on May 27, 2001, aged 73. He was Chairman of the UK Board of Customs and Excise and from 1988 to 1992 was Adviser to the Prime Minister on Efficiency in Government. He was knighted in 1985. He published extensively on the Gypsies. Table of Contents List of Illustrations. Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Origins. 2. Early Migrations. 3. Into the Byzantine Empire and the Balkans. 4. The Great Trick. 5. The Turn of the Tide. 6. Pressure of the Gyves. 7. Forces for Change. 8. The Approach to Avernus. 9. Modern Times. Bibliography. Index. Review "The best general book on the Gypsies." Choice. "This is an important book. Anyone interested in Roma in this country or elsewhere should read it." Traveller. "Everyone has an opinion on Gypsies, and no one knows any. The opinions are almost always bad. Unfortunately, there's more published information available on the Martians than on Gypsies. Into the breach comes Angus Fraser with an accessible, well-informed introduction." Voice Literary Review. "A particularly fascinating study, not least because of the author's precise and engaging use of the English language ... An absolutely essential foundation for embarking on this rapidly growing field." Contemporary Sociology. "An important and welcomed contribution to the study of Gypsies." Man: The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute Long Description Since their unexplained appearance in Europe over nine centuries ago, the gypsies have refused to fall in with conventional settled life. They remain a people whose culture and customs are beset with misunderstanding, and who cling to their distinct identity in the teeth of persistent rejection and pressure to conform. This book describes their history. The book opens with an investigation of gypsy origins in India. The author then traces the gypsy migration from the early Middle Ages to the present, through the Middle East, Europe and the world. Throughout their known history they have been renowned for their music, metal working, fortune-telling, healing and horse-dealing; but from the outset they outraged the prejudices of the populations they encountered: they were enslaved, harrassed, outlawed and hunted. Yet against all the odds the gypsies have survived, preserving a distinctive heritage and culture that transcends national boundaries. How they did so is the compelling theme of this book. This new paperback edition has been revised to take account of recent research and of the political changes in Eastern Europe, which have sadly been followed by a resurgence of Gypsy persecution in a number of countries. Review Text "The best general book on the Gypsies." Choice. "This is an important book. Anyone interested in Roma in this country or elsewhere should read it." Traveller. "Everyone has an opinion on Gypsies, and no one knows any. The opinions are almost always bad. Unfortunately, there's more published information available on the Martians than on Gypsies. Into the breach comes Angus Fraser with an accessible, well-informed introduction." Voice Literary Review. "A particularly fascinating study, not least because of the author's precise and engaging use of the English language ... An absolutely essential foundation for embarking on this rapidly growing field." Contemporary Sociology. "An important and welcomed contribution to the study of Gypsies." Man: The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute Review Quote The best general book on the Gypsies." Choice.This is an important book. Anyone interested in Roma in this country or elsewhere should read it." Traveller.Everyone has an opinion on Gypsies, and no one knows any. The opinions are almost always bad. Unfortunately, there's more published information available on the Martians than on Gypsies. Into the breach comes Angus Fraser with an accessible, well-informed introduction." Voice Literary Review.A particularly fascinating study, not least because of the author's precise and engaging use of the English language ... An absolutely essential foundation for embarking on this rapidly growing field." Contemporary Sociology.An important and welcomed contribution to the study of Gypsies." Man: The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute Feature Written by the world authority on the subject and based on 35 years research. Illustrated with maps, and numerous paintings and photographs. Shows how the gypsies survived six centuries of continuous persecution in Europe, including Nazi plans for genocide by which perhaps 500,000 died. Over 3000 sold in hardback. Details ISBN0631196056 Author Angus Fraser Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0631196056 ISBN-13 9780631196051 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1995 Illustrations 5 Short Title GYPSIES REV/E 2/E DOI 10.1604/9780631196051 UK Release Date 1995-01-15 NZ Release Date 1995-01-15 US Release Date 1995-01-15 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Series The Peoples of Europe Publication Date 1995-01-15 Imprint Wiley-Blackwell Place of Publication Hoboken Country of Publication United States Alternative 9780631159674 DEWEY 940.0491497 Audience Undergraduate Pages 384 AU Release Date 1995-01-14 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:4262104; , Nieuw, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780631196051, Book Title: The Gypsies, Publication Year: 1995, Type: Textbook, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Publication Name: The Gypsies, Item Height: 233mm, Item Width: 169mm, Subject: History, Item Weight: 574g, Number of Pages: 374 Pages, John Wiley and Sons Ltd<
