Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling

Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling is a book written by Charles Godfrey Leland, which explores the world of Romani magic and divination. The book is a collection of stories, beliefs, and practices of the Romani people, who are known for their mystical and nomadic lifestyle. The book is divided into two parts. The first part delves into the history and culture of the Romani people, their beliefs, and their practices. It provides an in-depth look at their unique way of life, their customs, and their traditions. The second part of the book is a guide to the various forms of divination and magic that the Roma use. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the use of charms and amulets, the art of divination, the interpretation of dreams, and the casting of spells. It also explores the role of women in Romani culture and their connection to magic and divination. Charles Godfrey Leland was a renowned folklorist and author who spent many years studying the Romani culture. He was fascinated by their beliefs and practices and dedicated his life to documenting and preserving their traditions. Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling is one of his most famous works and remains a classic in the field of Romani studies. Overall, Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the world of Romani magic and divination. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Romani people, as well as those interested in the art of divination and magic.1891. Illustrated by incantations, specimens of medical magic, anecdotes, tales. This work was published when the author was nearly seventy years of age. It represents twenty years' collecting of spells, customs, ceremonies, superstitions, fetishes, exorcisms, incantations and usages gathered from living sources throughout America, Europe and the East, as well as from the works of earlier writers, all among the Gypsies, as regards to fortune telling, witch doctoring, love philtering and other sorcery. It is illustrated by many anecdotes and instances, taken either from the works as yet very little known to the English reader, or from personal experiences.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.