The Romany Rye A Sequel to 'Lavengro'

"The Romany Rye" by George Borrow is a mid-19th century novel that picks up with Borrow after he leaves London, finding him waking in a secluded dingle. The story blends reality and fiction as Borrow embarks on adventures interwoven with Romani culture. The book opens with Borrow repairing a post-chaise and having a pleasant breakfast conversation with a postillion, highlighting themes of hospitality and friendship. A mysterious "man in black" soon appears on the scene, setting the stage for philosophical conversations about religion, society, and the nature of truth that propel the narrative forward.