Gypsies: An Illustrated History - Softcover

'This book deserves to find a wide readership.' The Bookseller 'Interlacing his words with photographs of dignity, insight and empathy, Liegeois succeeds in offering a respectful catalyst to begin to understand about gypsy history and culture.' The Morning Star 'A lively and informative book.' Book Exchange 'Provides information about this scattered and diverse ethnic group with few records of their own, filled out with a rich collection of photographs.' http://www2.soros.org/

The Gypsies have always been subject to myths about their origins, customs and social organization, in large part because of widespread ignorance. In this lively and informative book, Jean-Pierre Liegeois redresses this shortcoming. Starting with an examination of many of the legends about Gypsies throughout history, he goes on to trace their true origins and presents a sympathetic though not uncritical portrayal of the Gypsy people. Finally, he discusses recent attempts by Gypsies to organize internationally. Fully illustrated throughout, Gypsies: An Illustrated History is the ideal book for those who wish to learn about this unique people.