Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling by Charles Godfrey Leland
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| Author | Leland, Charles Godfrey, 1824-1903 |
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| LoC No. | 11009719 |
| Title |
Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling Illustrated by numerous incantations, specimens of medical magic, anecdotes and tales |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a comprehensive exploration of the customs, beliefs, and practices related to gypsy magic and sorcery, written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the origins and functions of witchcraft, spellcasting, and fortune-telling among gypsies, elucidating various forms of magical practices, including charms, conjurations, and healing rituals. The opening of the work sets the stage for a detailed discussion on the history and cultural significance of witchcraft and shamanism. Leland introduces the intertwined relationship between witches and gypsies, emphasizing their historical roles as fortune-tellers and practitioners of magic that have persisted through time. He outlines the evolution of beliefs about disease, spirits, and magic while hinting at the connections to ancient shamanistic practices that inform contemporary gypsy traditions. Through a blend of anecdotal evidence, folklore, and comparative analysis, the narrative seeks to illustrate the depth and complexity of these magical customs, inviting the reader to ponder the cultural ramifications and continual relevance of such beliefs in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DX: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Romanies |
| Subject | Romanies |
| Subject | Fortune-telling |
| Subject | Magic, Romani |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58465 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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