A Day with a Tramp, and Other Days

Ten years ago, the author embarked on a sociological experiment of earning a living as a day laborer, starting in Connecticut and working his way to California over 18 months. The expedition notes contained in this book reveal the author's experiences as a laborer, providing a unique insight into the life of a working-class citizen. The experiment highlights the struggles and hardships faced by laborers, as well as the societal and economic issues that contribute to their difficulties. The author's journey provides a fascinating and thought-provoking account of the realities of working-class life in America during the late 19th century.