Simson, James 1826- creator text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Was John Bunyan a Gipsy?" by James Simson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the controversial question of whether John Bunyan, the famous author of "Pilgrim's Progress," belonged to the Gipsy race. Simson argues for this claim based on both historical context and Bunyan's own words, analyzing societal prejudice and the complex heritage of the Gipsy population in Great Britain. In the book, Simson presents a compelling argument asserting that Bunyan's family background hints at Gipsy ancestry, given the derogatory way he described his origins as "meanest and most despised." He critiques various contemporary scholars who dismiss the connection between Bunyan and the Gipsies, stating that societal prejudices contribute to the refusal of acknowledging this aspect of Bunyan's identity. By providing historical context and personal accounts, Simson seeks to uplift the Gipsy identity, pushing for recognition and understanding of this often marginalized group, emphasizing that Bunyan's legacy could serve as a bridge to support the cause of the Gipsy people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-03-14 Transcribed from the 1882 Maclachlan & Stewart edition by David Price Original publication data not identified Romanies Bunyan, John, 1628-1688 -- Relations with Romanies PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51456 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51456 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134202.0 51456