I Met Lucky People : The Story of the Romani Gypsies

For centuries Romani Gypsies have been seen either as romantic nomads, or as unwanted outsiders. Who are they, really? Linguist Yaron Matras, who has spent years working with the Roma, gives the first comprehensive account of their culture, language and history, shattering the myths that surround them.

'Absorbing . . . almost everything we imagine we know about Gypsies is wrong.' Margarette Driscoll

'Fascinating, compassionate and knowledgeable . . . Yaron Matras is an authority.' Melanie McDonagh

'An ancient and rich culture, immaculately researched.' Peter Stanford, Observer 'Romani history is unseen and unrecognised. Matras synthesises what facts we have to create a visible, compelling record.' David Morley, Independent