Length4h 54m
About this audiobook
In "A Tramp's Notebook," Morley Roberts artfully weaves together a tapestry of reflections on his experiences as a wanderer through early 20th-century Britain. The narrative, characterized by its candid prose and vivid imagery, captures both the minutiae of daily life and the profound philosophies that arise from a life lived on the margins of society. Roberts's keen observations on the transient nature of existence are punctuated by his encounters with a diverse array of characters, reflecting the broader social issues of an era marked by rapid change and uncertainty. Roberts, a novelist and biographer with a penchant for the avant-garde, found inspiration in his own extensive travels and encounters with the underbelly of society. An advocate for working-class rights, his immersion in the lives of the less fortunate informed his literary pursuits, leading to a distinctive voice that combined realism with introspection. Having navigated personal and financial struggles, Roberts's writing often reflects themes of resilience and the human spirit's desire for connection amidst adversity. This book is a compelling exploration of life on the fringes, and an essential read for anyone interested in social commentary through literature. Roberts's blend of narrative acuity and philosophical musings invites readers to empathize with the disaffected, making "A Tramp's Notebook" a thought-provoking addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreTravel
Length4 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
15ON THE MATTERHORN
2A GRADUATE BEYOND SEAS
16AN INTERNATIONAL SOCIALIST CONGRESS
3MY FRIEND EL TORO
17AT LAS PALMAS
4BOOKS IN THE GREAT WEST
18THE TERRACINA ROAD
5A VISIT TO R. L. STEVENSON
19A SNOW-GRIND
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6A DAY IN CAPETOWN
20ACROSS THE BIDASSOA
7VELDT, PLAIN AND PRAIRIE
21ON A VOLCANIC PEAK
8NEAR MAFEKING
22SHEEP AND SHEEP-HERDING
9OLD AND NEW DAYS IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
23RAILROAD WARS
10A TALK WITH KRUGER
24AMERICAN SHIPMASTERS
11TROUT FISHING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA AND CALIFORNIA
25TRAMPS
12ROUND THE WORLD IN HASTE
26TEXAS ANIMALS
13BLUE JAYS AND ALMONDS
27IN A SAILORS' HOME
14IN CORSICA
28THE END
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