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Tramping with Tramps: Studies and Sketches of Vagabond Life

By Josiah Flynt
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The author presents a collection of first-hand studies and sketches documenting the routines, social customs, and argot of itinerant vagrants across American and European settings. He combines participant observation with narrative portraits and travel essays to explore professional criminality outdoors, the upbringing of children on the road, club life among outcasts, regional variations, urban hobo culture, and practical details of food, clothing, and railroad travel. Interspersed are vivid character sketches and a glossary of tramp jargon, plus occasional reflections on causes and possible remedies for vagrancy.

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Josiah Flynt

Josiah Flynt was an American author and social commentator known for his vivid portrayals of the lives of the marginalized and the transient. His works often reflect his experiences with vagabonds and the underclass, providing a unique perspective on society. Notable for his book "My Life," Flynt's writing combines autobiographical elements with sociological observations, offering insights into the struggles of those living on the fringes. His other significant works, such as "Notes of an Itinerant Policeman" and "Tramping with Tramps: Studies and Sketches of Vagabond Life," further explore themes of mobility, poverty, and the human condition.

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