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The Stopping Places : A Journey Through Gypsy Britain

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In this extraordinary journey through Britain's hidden landscapes, a writer sets out to discover the ancient stopping places of Gypsy and Traveller communities.


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About the book

Following centuries-old routes across the country, he searches for traditional sites—from horse fairs to rural encampments—whilst exploring what these places reveal about identity, belonging and a rapidly disappearing way of life. Part travelogue, part memoir, this is an intimate portrait of Britain's most misunderstood communities, told from the inside. Rich with folklore, history and keen observation of the natural world, it challenges preconceptions whilst celebrating the enduring connection between people and place. A lyrical and deeply personal exploration of heritage, landscape and the fight to preserve both.

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Published by Vintage Publishing

Audiobook ISBN: 9781784704131 2 May 2019 129 x 196 x 18 (mm) 228g Narrated by Damian Le Bas 8 hrs and 20 mins