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100	1		_aBorrow, George, _d1803-1881
245	1	0	_aIsopel Berners : _bThe History of certain doings in a Staffordshire Dingle, July, 1825
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-05-16
508			_aTranscribed from the 1901 Hodder and Stoughton edition by David Price
520			_a"Isopel Berners" by George Borrow is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. This book is an episode from Borrow's own autobiographical work "Lavengro," recounting his experiences in a Staffordshire dingle during July 1825. The narrative centers around Borrow's wanderings and his interactions with the titular character, Isopel Berners, a strong, spirited young woman from a working-class background who captivates the author, serving as both a romantic interest and a representation of raw strength and nobility. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Borrow's journey following his departure from London, where he seeks a life of vagrancy. As he journeys through the countryside, he buys a pony cart from a tinker and settles in a secluded dingle, where he establishes himself as a tinker and blacksmith. In this tranquil yet encumbered setting, Borrow encounters a variety of characters, including the formidable Isopel, showcasing her strength and independence. Their relationship develops amidst lively conversations with other local folk, setting the tone for themes of love, identity, and belonging that permeate the narrative. The opening lays the groundwork for a rich exploration of Borrow's character, his quest for solitude, and his unexpected connections with the vibrant life surrounding him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEngland -- Fiction
653			_aRomanies -- Fiction
700	1		_aSeccombe, Thomas, _d1866-1923
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18400
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