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When did "evil magic" (curses) become associated with Romani people in fiction? Is it purely a literary device or did it originate from actual beliefs/stereotypes about & against this community? Was malign magic attributed to any other marginalized groups in Europe (Cagots, Jews, Travelers, etc.)?

by /u/screwyoushadowban in /r/AskHistorians

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