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A Tramp's Notebook

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A Tramp's Notebook

By Morley Roberts

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A Tramp's Notebook

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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.

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GenreTravel

Length4 hrs 56 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateNov 22, 2022

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1A GRADUATE BEYOND SEAS

15AN INTERNATIONAL SOCIALIST CONGRESS

2MY FRIEND EL TORO

16AT LAS PALMAS

3BOOKS IN THE GREAT WEST

17THE TERRACINA ROAD

4A VISIT TO R. L. STEVENSON

18A SNOW-GRIND

5A DAY IN CAPETOWN

19ACROSS THE BIDASSOA

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6VELDT, PLAIN AND PRAIRIE

20ON A VOLCANIC PEAK

7NEAR MAFEKING

21SHEEP AND SHEEP-HERDING

8OLD AND NEW DAYS IN BRITISH COLUMBIA

22RAILROAD WARS

9A TALK WITH KRUGER

23AMERICAN SHIPMASTERS

10TROUT FISHING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA AND CALIFORNIA

24TRAMPS

11ROUND THE WORLD IN HASTE

25TEXAS ANIMALS

12BLUE JAYS AND ALMONDS

26IN A SAILORS&#x27; HOME

13IN CORSICA

27THE END

14ON THE MATTERHORN

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