02150cam a22003373u 4500 16358 UtSlPG 20260610133401.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 75309793 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DX Leland, Charles Godfrey, 1824-1903 The English Gipsies and Their Language Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-07-25 Transcribed from the 1874 Trubner & Co. edition by David Price "The English Gipsies and Their Language" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a cultural and linguistic study written in the late 19th century. This work seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Gipsy community in England, focusing on their customs, language, and unique way of life. Leland emphasizes the importance of original accounts gathered directly from Gipsies themselves, presenting their language and stories to preserve a rapidly vanishing culture. The opening of the book sets the tone for this exploration by outlining Leland's personal interactions with Gipsies and his mission to document their ways authentically. He shares anecdotes and illustrates the intimate connection he forged with his subjects, showcasing their distinct worldview shaped by centuries of nomadic life. Leland's insights reveal both the Gipsy's pride in their language and culture, and the challenges they face in modern society, providing readers with a rich tapestry of stories and valuable cultural observations that invite further inquiry into the lives of these often misunderstood people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Romanies -- England English language -- Slang Romani language https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16358 57746 57746