Description
Author David M. Crowe
Publisher St. Martin’s Press
Format paperback
Condition like new
Summary
David M. Crowe’s A History of the Gypsies of Eastern Europe and Russia (First Edition) is a seminal work documenting the complex and often tragic experiences of the Roma people. With scholarly precision and compassionate insight, Crowe traces the Roma’s migration into Eastern Europe and their fraught interactions with imperial, fascist, and communist regimes. The book is particularly notable for its coverage of Nazi racial policies, Stalinist oppression, and the shifting postwar treatment of Roma under socialist rule. Drawing from rare sources and archival research, this compelling narrative reveals both the resilience of the Roma culture and the harsh historical forces that shaped their lives. This first edition is highly regarded for its original scope and lasting academic value, making it an essential addition for scholars, human rights advocates, and readers of ethnic and European history.