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Autobiography of a Super-Tramp

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Autobiography of a Super-Tramp by William Henry Davies is a fascinating and eye-opening account of the author's experiences living as a homeless wanderer in late 19th and early 20th century Britain. Davies' detailed descriptions of his encounters with various characters, his struggles to find work and shelter, and his reflections on the beauty of nature make for a compelling read.

One of the most striking aspects of this book is Davies' poetic writing style, which brings his adventures to life and provides insight into the thoughts and emotions of a man living on the margins of society. His observations on the social inequalities and hardships faced by the working class during this time are both poignant and thought-provoking.

Overall, Autobiography of a Super-Tramp is a thought-provoking and beautifully written memoir that sheds light on the plight of homeless individuals in a bygone era. Davies' story is a reminder of the resilience and strength of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.

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The Autobiography of a Super-Tramp is an autobiography published in 1908 by the Welsh poet and writer W. H. Davies (1871–1940). A large part of the book's subject matter describes the way of life of the tramp in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States in the final decade of the 19th century. George Bernard Shaw had become interested in Davies, a literary unknown at the time, and had agreed to write a preface for the book, largely through the concerted efforts of his wife Charlotte. Shaw was also instrumental in keeping the unusual title of the book, of which Davies himself was unsure, and which later proved to be controversial with some reviewers. The book was the third published by Davies, having been preceded by The Soul's Destroyer (1905) and New Poems (1907). The 1920 edition of the book concludes with five poems selected by Davies from The Soul's Destroyer. The book was written in the space of six weeks, "a great achievement for a first book by a man with the minimum of education." ( Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate))


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