The Romany Rye by George Borrow

Name: The Romany Rye
Author: George Borrow

The Romany Rye is a novel by George Borrow that follows the adventures of Lavengro, a young man who travels through England and Wales in search of his identity. Along the way, he encounters various characters from different social classes and learns about their customs and beliefs. The book explores themes such as identity, language, and cultural differences.

By George Borrow · First published 1857 · Genre: Adventure, Picaresque, Autobiographical · 47 chapters · 156,375 words

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The Making of the Linch-pin -- The Sound Sleeper -- Breakfast -- The Postillion's Departure.

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Work type: Novel
Author: George Borrow
Date: 1857 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Picaresque, Autobiographical, Social Commentary, Travel Literature
Length: 156,375 words
Structure: 47 chapters, 1,853 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Adventure — The narrative follows the protagonist's travels and encounters, emphasizing exploration and discovery.
Picaresque — The story features a roguish hero of low social class who lives by his wits in a corrupt society.
Autobiographical — The book contains elements that reflect the author's own life experiences and travels.
Social Commentary — The narrative includes observations and critiques of societal norms and issues of the time.