Robert Dawson

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Romany Gypsy and Traveller books, language, cards, postcards, maths activities leaflets, games and quizzes

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I have spent over 50 years researching and writing about Britain's Traditional Travellers - Gypsies (Romanies), Scottish Travellers and Irish Travellers and have written over 50 books and booklets about their History, Language, Way of Life, Traditions, Culture, Folk Lore and Families.

I have the honour to be president of the Romany and Traveller Family History Society; former Treasurer of the Derbyshire Gypsy Liaison Group; a member of the National Association of Teachers of Travellers; a member of the Romani Association of Australia (honorary); member of Romany Roots and other related organizations; a former member of the British and of the American Gypsy Lore Societies (I joined the former at age 13); former member the Romani Union (honorary) and the Essex based Gypsy Council (GCECWCR).

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 I publish very few books in consequence and do not publish Traveller poetry or fiction at all, however deserving.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.
I welcome Local Authority orders, and many of my booklets and specialist material is to be found in libraries and schools.

To request a printed catalogue by post, please fill in the Catalogue Request form.

Appleby Horse Fair

Gypsy & Traveller specialist books:

Antiquarian and Old Books
Antiquarian Old Cards and Photos
Children's Reading Books
Culture and Lifestyle
Education
Health, Welfare and Police
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 and Traveller postcards and greetings cards:

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

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