Was John Bunyan a Gipsy?

An essay addressed to university students examines the claim that John Bunyan descended from the Gipsy race by reviewing historical records, social context, and prior scholarship. It outlines the arrival and legal proscription of Gipsies in Britain, describes how assimilation and intermarriage have obscured ethnic identity, and argues for resolving questions by facts rather than supposition. The author critiques competing interpretations, especially those advanced by a local minister, and emphasizes careful scrutiny of Bunyan’s own statements and contemporary documents. The pamphlet blends historical overview, methodological guidance, and a plea to remove lingering social prejudice against the Gipsy people.