George Borrow
English author (1803-1881) · Writers · Died at 78
George Henry Borrow was an English writer of novels and of travel based on personal experiences in Europe. His travels gave him a close affinity with the Romani people of Europe, who figure strongly in his work.
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His best-known books are The Bible in Spain and the novels Lavengro and The Romany Rye, set in his time with the English Romanichal (Gypsies).
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1803 to 1881 · aged 78
