| Author |
Duthie, William |
| Title |
A Tramp's Wallet
stored by an English goldsmith during his wanderings in Germany and France
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
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| Summary |
"A Tramp's Wallet" by William Duthie is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the author's experiences as a journeyman goldsmith during his travels through Germany and France, highlighting social and economic observations of the regions. Duthie's account offers insights into his journey while connecting his personal reflections with broader themes of work and society. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the author's travels, detailing his modest beginnings as he embarks on a journey from England to Hamburg. He describes his arrival in Hamburg after an arduous sea voyage and his initial experiences navigating this unfamiliar city. Duthie recounts his first encounters with locals, his search for work, and the daily struggles of a traveling craftsman, presenting both the challenges and the vibrant life of the places he visits. His reflections provide a glimpse into the socio-economic conditions of the time, framing his adventures in the context of the working-class experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Germany -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
France -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28320 |
| Release Date |
Mar 13, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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