Everyday Drama: Impression Management of Urban Gypsies.

Silverman, Carol

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ERIC Number: EJ314665

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Publication Date: 1982

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Everyday Drama: Impression Management of Urban Gypsies.

Silverman, Carol

Urban Anthropology, v11 n3-4 p377-98 Fall-Win 1982

Analyzes the adaptation of Gypsies to urban contexts through "performances" (such as "passing" as a non-Gypsy, playing up stereotypes, and enacting the role of fortune teller). Reports that a Gypsy's survival depends on knowing which performance role to enact to which audience in which setting. (KH)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Cultural Traits, Daily Living Skills, Ethnic Stereotypes, Group Unity, Minority Groups, Role Playing, Social Integration, Urban Culture

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Language: English

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