Europe and the Roma - Klaus-Michael Bogdal
'A magisterial contribution to the understanding of the cultural position of Romani people in Europe. ... nothing short of astounding' Literary ReviewThis remarkable book describes a dark side of European history: the rejection of the Roma from their initial arrival in the late Middle Ages to the present day. To Europeans, the Roma appeared to be in complete contradiction with their own culture, because of their mysterious origins, unknown language and way of life. As representatives of an oral culture,..
Europe and the Roma - Bog af Klaus-Michael Bogdal - Hardback
'A magisterial contribution to the understanding of the cultural position of Romani people in Europe. ... nothing short of astounding' Literary ReviewThis remarkable book describes a dark side of European history: the rejection of the Roma from their initial arrival in the late Middle Ages to the present day. To Europeans, the Roma appeared to be in complete contradiction with their own culture, because of their mysterious origins, unknown language and way of life. As representatives of an oral culture,..