Gypsy folk-tales

"Gypsy Folk-Tales" by Francis Hindes Groome is a compilation of stories that tries to capture and share the traditional oral tales of Gypsy culture from the late 1800s. Groome highlights the importance of saving these stories that mirror Gypsy life and its morals, particularly because other folklore experts were starting to lose interest in them during that time. The book begins by talking about Groome's own journey into this unique culture, explaining how, over 20 years, he tried to make others see how important these narratives are. Through his introduction, Groome explains the widespread presence and nomadic lifestyle of Gypsies in Europe, along with the problems that arise as a result of preserving their culture; Groome tips his hat to significant people who study folklore and gives credit to those that have helped him along the way, all setting the stage for a better understanding of the tales to come.