Exploits and Anecdotes of the Scottish Gypsies

By William Chambers

Book Overview

""Exploits and Anecdotes of the Scottish Gypsies"" is a book written by William Chambers that delves into the fascinating world of the Scottish Gypsies. The book is a collection of stories, anecdotes, and historical accounts of the Gypsy community in Scotland, detailing their way of life, customs, beliefs, and traditions. Chambers draws on his own experiences and interactions with the Gypsies, as well as on historical records and folklore, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this unique and often misunderstood group. Throughout the book, readers will encounter colorful characters, such as the infamous Gypsy Queen, and learn about the Gypsies' nomadic lifestyle, their music and dance, their language, and their interactions with the wider Scottish society. Overall, ""Exploits and Anecdotes of the Scottish Gypsies"" is a captivating and informative read that sheds light on a little-known aspect of Scottish history and culture.1886. With traits of their origin, character and manners. These pages are full of curious anecdotes of the Scottish gypsies, told in a very entertaining fashion. The anecdotes fully display the gypsies' singular propensities, when excited by lawless passions, or private animosities. Although the authorities are not annexed to these anecdotes, they may be depended on as authentic, as those which are not original are selected and arranged from various periodical publications, and the rest from popular tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116261157X
• ISBN13: 9781162611570
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"