The Romany Rye

*The Romany Rye* is a novel by George Borrow, published in 1857. It portrays the adventures of a young man traveling through 19th-century England, focusing on themes of wandering, freedom, and societal outsiders. The story blends adventure with insights into gypsy culture and the rural lifestyle, reflecting Borrow’s fascination with travel and ethnography. It’s part of Borrow’s larger body of work that highlights the lives of marginalized communities and explores the human desire for independence and discovery, offering a vivid portrayal of English society and nomadic traditions during that era.