Length4h 56m
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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
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
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' HOME
13IN CORSICA
27THE END
14ON THE MATTERHORN
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