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Gypsies and Travellers in Their Own Words by Peter Saunders (Hardcover, 2000)

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Providing insights into the lives of Gypsies and Travellers, this collection of stories details personal histories and viewpoints that reflect the radical changes the Gypsy and Traveller communities have experienced since the early 20th century. It tells of the ways Gypsies and Travellers have lived and coped (and continue to do so) in extremely difficult circumstances. Whilst creating a picture of everyday life, the stories tell of both personal and cultural survival. They relate individuals' hopes and fears for the future, for themselves personally and for the Gypsy and Traveller way of life in general. They also demonstrate some of the lighter aspects of life, highlighting Gypsies' and Travellers' resourcefulness and ingenuity. This collection both reflects and celebrates the diversity Gypsies bring to English society and shows the communities' declaration of pride in their culture. This written record should be important for younger generations of Gypsies and Travellers (and for those outside the communities) as a means of preserving a way of life which has lasted for hundreds of years, and which will continue to adapt and survive.