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George Henry Borrow was an English author known for his studies of Spanish folklore. His work, 'The Book of the Generations of Man,' is a classic study of Spanish folklore and has had a profound impact on subsequent researchers.

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Famous George Henry Borrow Quotes

“There is a peculiarity in the countenance, as everybody knows, which, though it cannot be described, is sure to betray the Englishman.”

Knows Betray Englishmen Countenance

Book:Gypsies of Spain

Source: Gypsies of Spain

About the Author

Born: July 5, 1803
Died: July 26, 1881
Known for: Author
Quotes: 17

Books & Sources

Lavengro: The Scholar--the Gypsy--the PriestRelated source material

Gypsies of SpainRelated source material

Roving Adventures, Or Lavengro: The Scholar - the Gipsy - the PriestRelated source material

The Bible in Spain; Or the Journeys, Adventures and Imprisonnements of an Englishman, in an Attempt to Circulate the Scriptures in the PeninsulaRelated source material

The Pocket George BorrowRelated source material

The Romany Rye: A Sequel toRelated source material

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