Cressy, David
Gypsies: An English History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198768142
- author:
- Cressy, David
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 13.4 x 3.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gypsies: An English History by David Cressy is a comprehensive historical study that explores the lives and experiences of Gypsy communities in England over half a millennium. Drawing on original archival research and a wide range of reading, Cressy sheds light on the complex relationships between Gypsies and the settled population, from the Elizabethan statutes to more recent tabloid campaigns. This book offers a nuanced understanding of Gypsy life, separating myth from reality, and examines how England's treatment of this community has evolved over time. By tracing the many moments when Gypsy lives became entangled with those of villagers and townsfolk, Cressy provides a rich and detailed account of a fascinating period in English history. Through its archival research and analysis, Gypsies: An English History provides a valuable insight into the experiences of this marginalised group, revealing the complexities and contradictions of their place within English society.
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