English novelist and early travel writer; born 1803, died 1881.
Best known for his poetic travelogues about his experiences in Spain and around Europe (The Bible in Spain, and Wild Wales), and for his understanding for the Romany people (on which Romany Rye is based).
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Borrow, George Henry, 1803-1881
A collection of his novels, short stories, poetry, and translations, provided as electronic texts by Project Gutenberg.
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George Borrow - Wild Wales: Its People, Language and Scenery (1854)
A collection of excerpts from Borrow's travelogue describing his stay in Llangollen, hikes in North Wales, and his tour to and through South Wales.
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George Borrow Society
Promotes knowledge of the life and works of George Borrow (1803-81); includes details of membership, activities, and publications. Also offers a biography and information about his Norwich home.
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George Borrow Trust
Formed to promote the work and memory of George Borrow through a number of projects; includes information about their projects and activities, with contacts.
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George Borrow’s Strange Experiences in Man
Historical accounts on one of his manuscripts preserved for the museum.
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Project Gutenberg: The Life of George Borrow
Online text of a biography by George Jerkins, maintained by Project Gutenberg.