TY  - BOOK
AU  - Burton,Richard Francis,Sir
AU  - Wilkins,W.H.
TI  - The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam
AV  - DS 
PY  - 2018///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Islam
KW  - Romanies
KW  - Jews
N1  - Release date is 2018-05-24; Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall, Emmanuel Ackerman and the
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N2  - "The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work comprises a collection of essays that explore the Jewish people, their historical context, and their relationships within society, alongside studies on Gypsies and Islam. The book aims to provide an ethnological perspective on these groups, drawing from Burton's extensive travels and observations.  At the start of the volume, the author presents a general opinion of the Jew, discussing their distinctive cultural traits and notable history. Burton emphasizes the tenacity of the Jewish people, their ability to maintain a vibrant identity despite centuries of persecution, and their unique physiological and psychological characteristics. He lays the groundwork for an insightful exploration of Jewish life and traditions, while hinting at the complexities and tensions that surround their societal interactions, particularly in comparison to other ethnic groups like the Gypsies and the Islamic faith. This opening sets the stage for a rich investigation into the interplay of culture, identity, and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57208
ER  -