Robert Dawson

 
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Appleby Horse FairI have spent over 50 years researching and writing about Britain’s Traditional Travellers – Gypsies (Romanies), Scottish Travellers and Irish Travellers and have written over 30 books and booklets about their History, Language, Way of Life, Traditions, Culture, Folk Lore and Families.

I have the honour to be the President of the Romany and Traveller FHS, former Treasurer of Derbyshire Gypsy Lore Society, a member the Gypsy Council (GCECWCR), and former member of the Gypsy Lore Society, of the Romany Society and other related organizations.

It takes a great deal of outlay to publish a book and usually several years to break even and resources come entirely from my own pocket. I publish very few books in consequence and do not publish Traveller poetry or fiction at all, however deserving. I am only interested in factual books which break new ground in some way.

Please browse the list of publications below - post and packing is free within the UK.
I welcome Local Authority orders, and many of my booklets and specialist material is to be found in libraries and schools.

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Gypsy & Traveller specialist books:

Children's Reading Books

Culture and Lifestyle

Education

History and Genealogy

Language

'Moving On' Series:

In respect of my connection with Derbyshire Gypsy Liaison Group (www.dglg.org), I am voluntary series editor and publisher of the 'Moving On' series of books for Traveller children to read.

Gypsy & Traveller Cards:

I produce postcards depicting Traditional Travellers from old photos and cards. Click here for details of available cards.