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Title:
Blicke in das Leben der Zigeuner
Von einem Zigeuner
Note: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
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Summary: "Blicke in das Leben der Zigeuner" by Engelbert Wittich is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide an authentic and comprehensive insight into the customs, beliefs, and lifestyles of the German Romani people, challenging existing stereotypes and misconceptions about them. Through firsthand accounts and observations, the author, a Romani himself, seeks to bring to light the richness and complexities of Romani culture, often overlooked or misrepresented in literature. The opening of this publication sets the stage for an exploration of the German Romani community, addressing the deep-seated prejudices they face as well as their unique traditions and practices. Wittich outlines his intention to debunk myths that portray Romani people as inherently lazy or criminal, instead presenting them as skilled musicians, artists, and tradespeople with rich cultural customs. He also discusses the various occupations and artistic inclinations prevalent among the Romani, illustrating their resilience and talent. The narrative establishes a personal connection to the community, inviting readers to understand their lived experiences and the challenges they continue to face in a society that often marginalizes them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wittich, Engelbert, 1878-1937
EBook No.: 25796
Published: Jun 15, 2008
Downloads: 76
Language: German
Subject: Romanies
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Romanies
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Blicke in das Leben der Zigeuner
Von einem Zigeuner
Note: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Markus Brenner and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Blicke in das Leben der Zigeuner" by Engelbert Wittich is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide an authentic and comprehensive insight into the customs, beliefs, and lifestyles of the German Romani people, challenging existing stereotypes and misconceptions about them. Through firsthand accounts and observations, the author, a Romani himself, seeks to bring to light the richness and complexities of Romani culture, often overlooked or misrepresented in literature. The opening of this publication sets the stage for an exploration of the German Romani community, addressing the deep-seated prejudices they face as well as their unique traditions and practices. Wittich outlines his intention to debunk myths that portray Romani people as inherently lazy or criminal, instead presenting them as skilled musicians, artists, and tradespeople with rich cultural customs. He also discusses the various occupations and artistic inclinations prevalent among the Romani, illustrating their resilience and talent. The narrative establishes a personal connection to the community, inviting readers to understand their lived experiences and the challenges they continue to face in a society that often marginalizes them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wittich, Engelbert, 1878-1937
EBook No.: 25796
Published: Jun 15, 2008
Downloads: 76
Language: German
Subject: Romanies
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Romanies
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.