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In Search of the American Hobo1849 views
Author
White, Sarah Matthews, Department of English, University of Virginia
Advisors
Howard, Alan, Department of English, University of Virginia
Abstract
This project explores both the economic causes that 'created' the hobo and the subsequent hobo subculture that grew out of his marginalized social existence. The hobo's birth, growth, and demise are laid out using images, excerpts from contemporary literature, and social studies.
Originally published on the XRoads site for the UVA American Studies program. Years range from 1995-2005. Content is captured at the level of functionality available on the date of capture.
Language
English
Rights
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
White, Sarah Matthews. In Search of the American Hobo. University of Virginia, Department of English, MA (Master of Arts), 2001-08-01, https://doi.org/10.18130/V3SW4X.
