The Romani World
A historical dictionary of the Gypsies
Donald Kenrick
"the book is a highly valuable reference, covering just about everything that anyone with interest in Gypsies could want. A ‘must buy’!"
Len Smith, Travellers’ Times
This encyclopaedic dictionary provides a wealth of factual information about the Gypsies and their unique culture. The core of the book includes biographies of significant people of Gypsy origin from past and present, in science, the arts, entertainment and other professions, as well as important figures in the struggle for Gypsy rights. There are reports on the Gypsies’ situation in different countries of the world; major organisations, events and collections are profiled and key words explained. In addition, a detailed chronology provides an overview of crucial events since the Gypsies came to Europe. Finally, a full bibliography, together with listings of journals and websites, provides a survey of current Gypsy culture.
A completely revised and much enlarged edition of the Historical Dictionary of the Gypsies (Scarecrow Press, 1998), the book is designed to be an essential reference guide for those working in education, culture, civil rights and politics, as well as for the lay reader who wants a detailed picture of Gypsy history and life. Professionals working with Gypsies and migrant Roma from the CEE will also find it invaluable.
Donald Kenrick first came into contact with the Romani language whilst teaching in Bulgaria, eventually completing a PhD on the Drindari dialect. He has made a lasting contribution to Romani history and linguistics and was the first secretary of the WRC Language Commission in 1971.
ISBN-10 1-902806-26-3
ISBN-13 978-1-902806-26-6
October 2004, 256pp
Paperback £14.99
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