Vagabonds, Tramps, and Hobos
The Literature and Culture of U.S. Transiency 1890-1940
- 280 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Exploring the nineteenth-century literary tradition, the book delves into the concept of transiency through the lens of the vagabond, who travels without money. It examines the varied interpretations of 'the hobo' and 'the tramp,' offering fresh perspectives for scholars on the representation and activities associated with US transience.
