The Scottish Churches And The Gypsies (1881) - James Simson

""The Scottish Churches and the Gypsies"" is a historical book written by James Simson in 1881. The book explores the relationship between the Scottish churches and the Gypsy community during the 18th and 19th centuries. Simson examines the attitudes of the churches towards the Gypsies, including their attempts to convert them to Christianity and their role in the persecution of the community. The book also sheds light on the lives of the Scottish Gypsies during this period, including their traditions, customs, and beliefs. Simson draws on a variety of sources, including church records, government documents, and personal accounts to provide a comprehensive and insightful look at this often-overlooked aspect of Scottish history. Overall, ""The Scottish Churches and the Gypsies"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Scotland, the Gypsy community, or the relationship between religion and minority groups.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104327880