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Title: The Romany Rye

Note: Sequel to Lavengro

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
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Credits: Transcribed from the 1907 J. M. Dent Edition by David Price

Summary: "The Romany Rye" by George Borrow is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the life and adventures of the Romani people in England. The story is likely to center around the main character, a young tinker, as he interacts with various characters, including Belle and the postillion, while navigating his existence within society and among the Romani. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist, who wakes early in a dingle (a small, secluded valley) and begins his day by working on a broken chaise. He demonstrates his skills as a tinker, crafting a linch-pin to repair the vehicle, while engaging in light-hearted exchanges with Belle, a young woman present in the dingle. The postillion, who has been asleep, eventually emerges and expresses gratitude for the repairs. The narrative captures the rustic setting and the camaraderie that exists among the characters as they prepare for breakfast and discuss their plans. This early scene sets a tone of adventure and a glimpse into the lives of Romani individuals, indicating that the story will delve into themes of craftsmanship, community, and the transient nature of their lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881

EBook No.: 422

Published: Feb 1, 1996

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: England -- Fiction

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Romanies -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Romany Rye

Note: Sequel to Lavengro

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#21206 (Plain HTML file)
#25071 (Plain HTML file)
#422 (Plain HTML file)
#54048 (Illustrated HTML file)

Credits: Transcribed from the 1907 J. M. Dent Edition by David Price

Summary: "The Romany Rye" by George Borrow is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the life and adventures of the Romani people in England. The story is likely to center around the main character, a young tinker, as he interacts with various characters, including Belle and the postillion, while navigating his existence within society and among the Romani. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist, who wakes early in a dingle (a small, secluded valley) and begins his day by working on a broken chaise. He demonstrates his skills as a tinker, crafting a linch-pin to repair the vehicle, while engaging in light-hearted exchanges with Belle, a young woman present in the dingle. The postillion, who has been asleep, eventually emerges and expresses gratitude for the repairs. The narrative captures the rustic setting and the camaraderie that exists among the characters as they prepare for breakfast and discuss their plans. This early scene sets a tone of adventure and a glimpse into the lives of Romani individuals, indicating that the story will delve into themes of craftsmanship, community, and the transient nature of their lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881

EBook No.: 422

Published: Feb 1, 1996

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: England -- Fiction

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Romanies -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.