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Lavengro: The Scholar; the Gypsy; the Priest, Vol. 1 (of 2)

1851

George Borrow

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Lavengro: The Scholar; the Gypsy; the Priest, Vol. 1 (of 2)

George Borrow

1851

Biographies, British Literature, Novels

Published in 1851, 'Lavengro: The Scholar; the Gypsy; the Priest' by George Borrow is a semi-autobiographical narrative that blends biography and fiction. The novel follows an unnamed protagonist, the son of a militia officer, as he navigates life in various English barrack towns and ultimately becomes a tinker. Through his encounters with Romany travelers, Borrow explores themes of identity, culture, and personal beliefs, providing a vivid portrayal of 19th-century English society. This work is notable for its sympathetic depictions of the Romany people and serves as a precursor to Borrow's sequel, 'The Romany Rye.'

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