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"There is a peculiarity in the countenance, as everybody knows, which, though it cannot be described, is sure to betray the Englishman."
George BorrowI often think I should like to have another rally—one more rally, and — George Borrow
"I often think I should like to have another rally—one more rally, and then—but there’s a time for all things—youth will be served, every dog has his day, and mine has been a fine one—let me be content."
George Borrow
George Borrow
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George Henry Borrow was an English writer of novels and of travel based on personal experiences in Europe. His travels gave him a close affinity with the Romani people of Europe, who figure strongly in his work. His best-known books are The Bible in Spain and the novels Lavengro and The Romany Rye, set in his time with the English Romanichal (Gypsies).
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