The Story of Yvashka with the Bear's Ear is a tale from George Borrow's Lavengro: The Scholar, The Gypsy, and The Priest. It tells the story of a young man named Yvashka who has an encounter with a bear in the forest. After being rescued by a group of gypsies, he becomes part of their community and learns their language and customs. The book is considered a classic work of English literature and has been praised for its vivid descriptions of life among the gypsy people.
By George Borrow · First published 1842 · Genre: Folklore, Fantasy, Adventure