Gypsy folk-tales

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Gypsy folk-tales

by Francis Hindes Groome

EN·~14 hours·13 chapters

Chapters

13 total
1

‘PAZORRHUS’

3:18:38
2

GYPSY FOLK-TALES - CHAPTER I - TURKISH-GYPSY STORIES

27:49
3

CHAPTER II - ROUMANIAN-GYPSY STORIES

1:55:23
4

CHAPTER III - BUKOWINA-GYPSY STORIES

2:15:41
5

CHAPTER IV - TRANSYLVANIAN-GYPSY STORIES

22:29
6

CHAPTER V - SLOVAK, MORAVIAN, AND BOHEMIAN GYPSY STORIES

29:47
7

CHAPTER VI - POLISH-GYPSY STORIES

1:31:29
8

CHAPTER VII - ENGLISH-GYPSY STORIES

22:55
9

CHAPTER VIII - WELSH-GYPSY STORIES

2:26:38
10

CHAPTER IX - SCOTTISH-TINKER STORIES

38:08

Description

A devoted scholar has gathered a remarkable assortment of Gypsy folk‑tales, drawing on the work of countless researchers, librarians, and collectors who have devoted their lives to preserving these wandering narratives. The introduction sets the stage with a vivid portrait of the Romani people’s astonishing spread across continents, offering the listener a sense of the cultural tapestry that underpins every story.

From the rolling plains of Hungary to the bustling streets of London, the tales capture the humor, sorrow, and resilience that have traveled with the Romani for centuries. Each legend is presented with careful notes that illuminate its origins and variations, inviting listeners to hear the voices of a people whose stories have long been whispered around campfires and city squares alike.

The collection balances scholarly insight with the timeless enchantment of oral tradition, making it an engaging journey into a world where myth and history intertwine. Whether you’re new to Romani folklore or a seasoned enthusiast, these narratives promise a compelling glimpse into a richly diverse heritage.

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Language

en

Duration

~14 hours (823K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United Kingdom: Hurst and Blackett, 1899.

Credits

Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)

Release date

2023-07-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Francis Hindes Groome

Francis Hindes Groome

1851–1902

A lively Victorian writer and scholar, he became one of the best-known English-language writers on Romani life, language, folklore, and history. His work also ranged widely, including major reference books on Scotland and editions of traditional tales and songs.

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