The Hobo: The Sociology of the Homeless Man
By Nels Anderson
Length8h 47m
About this audiobook
In "The Hobo: The Sociology of the Homeless Man," Nels Anderson delves into the complex socio-economic landscape of early 20th-century America through the lens of transient lifestyles. Combining meticulous ethnographic research with a sociological framework, Anderson captures the nuanced experiences of hobos—men who traveled the nation by train, often marginalized by society. His literary style is characterized by a robust narrative, rich in detail and steeped in observational authenticity, reflecting the cultural and historical context of the Great Depression. The book provides a critical analysis of the lives and subculture of hobos, addressing themes of community, identity, and survival in an unforgiving socio-economic climate. Nels Anderson, a prominent sociologist and a former hobo himself, effectively conveys his firsthand experiences and empathy towards a group often overlooked by mainstream society. His background in sociology and personal encounters with homelessness illuminate the underlying social structures that push individuals into transient lifestyles, making his insights both profound and reflective of broader societal issues. Anderson's unique perspective lends authenticity to his work, serving as a bridge between academic analysis and lived reality. Highly recommended for scholars, sociologists, and social activists alike, "The Hobo" challenges readers to reconsider prevailing narratives surrounding homelessness. Anderson's empathetic approach compels us to recognize the humanity in the marginalized and serves as an essential text for understanding the socio-cultural dynamics of mobility and poverty.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (48)
Includes Goodreads
GenrePsychology
Length8 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 17, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART I
26GRAFTS OLD AND NEW
2“MAIN STEMS”
27“WORKING THE FOLKS”
3THE “SLAVE MARKET”
28“WHITE COLLAR” BEGGING
4HOBOHEMIA’S PLAYGROUND
29BORROWING AND BEGGING
5“BUGHOUSE SQUARE”
30STEALING
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6A “JUNGLE” ON THE LAKE FRONT
31“JACK ROLLING”
7WHY MEN COME TO CHICAGO
32“GETTING BY” IN WINTER
8THE PROBLEM DEFINED IN TERMS OF NUMBERS
33THE GAME OF “GETTING BY”
9FOOTNOTES:
34FOOTNOTES:
10LOCATION AND TYPES OF JUNGLES
35PART II
11THE LAWS OF THE JUNGLE
36SEASONAL WORK AND UNEMPLOYMENT
12THE MELTING POT OF TRAMPDOM
37THE INDUSTRIALLY INADEQUATE
13FOOTNOTES:
38DEFECTS OF PERSONALITY
14THE “FLOPHOUSE”
39CRISES IN THE LIFE OF THE PERSON
15RESTAURANTS AND LUNCHROOMS
40RACIAL AND NATIONAL DISCRIMINATION
16OUTFITTING STORES AND CLOTHING EXCHANGES
41WANDERLUST
17PAWN SHOPS
42THE MULTIPLE EXPLANATION
18MOVIES AND BURLESQUES
43FOOTNOTES:
19BARBER COLLEGES AND BARBERS
44THE SEASONAL WORKER
20BOOKSTORES
45THE HOBO
21SALOONS AND SOFT DRINK STANDS
46THE TRAMP
22THE HOUSING PROBLEM
47FOOTNOTES:
23WORKING AT ODD JOBS
48THE HOME GUARD
24PEDDLING A DEVICE FOR “GETTING BY”
49THE BUM
25STREET FAKING
50OTHER TYPES OF HOMELESS MEN
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