The Trail of the Tramp by A-No. 1
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| Author | A-No. 1, 1872-1944 |
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| Title |
The Trail of the Tramp
By A-No. 1, the Famous Tramp, Written by Himself from Actual Experiences of His Own Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | The Harvester -- The Samaritans -- The Wreck -- The Drifter -- The Call of the City -- The Golden Rule Hotel -- False Friends -- Busting a Broncho -- The Abyss -- Slippery, the Yegg -- The Wages of Sin is Death -- Scattered to the Winds -- Where is my Brother James -- The Noble Work of the Salvation Army -- Forgive and Forget -- All is Well, that Ends Well. |
| Credits | Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Trail of the Tramp" by A-No. 1 is a memoir-like narrative written in the early 20th century that chronicles the life experiences of the author as a hobo. The account details his encounters along the road, focusing on the struggles, heartbreaks, and camaraderie found within the transient lifestyle of those seeking survival and solace in a harsh world. The story sets the stage for themes of survival, vulnerability, and the social commentary surrounding the lives of wanderers in society. The opening of "The Trail of the Tramp" introduces us to Canada Joe, a long-time hobo and harvester, as he prepares to share a deeply moving story with fellow laborers after a day's work in the fields. His narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a harsh winter blizzard endured while traveling with his companion, Peoria Red. The story quickly reveals themes of friendship, desperation, and the stark realities faced by those on the margins of society. As blizzards rage and survival hangs by a thread, readers are introduced to the emotional weight of loss, depicted through Joe’s efforts to save Red in the face of overwhelming odds. The depiction of laborers reminiscing and sharing tales before a returning season of hardship captures the human spirit's resilience against adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Tramps |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12424 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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