The Boy Tramp (1906)

The Boy Tramp is a novel written by Thomas Cobb and published in 1906. The story follows the life of a young boy named Ben, who is forced to leave his home and family after his father is killed in a mining accident. With no one to turn to, Ben becomes a tramp, wandering from town to town, doing odd jobs to survive.As he travels, Ben meets a variety of characters, both good and bad, who shape his view of the world. He learns valuable lessons about trust, loyalty, and the importance of hard work. Along the way, Ben also discovers a talent for music and becomes a skilled fiddler, which helps him earn a living and gain acceptance in the communities he visits.Despite the challenges he faces, Ben never loses hope and remains determined to make a better life for himself. His journey takes him across the American West, from small towns to big cities, as he searches for a place to call home. Along the way, he encounters danger, adventure, and love, all while trying to find his way in a world that can be both cruel and kind.The Boy Tramp is a classic coming-of-age story that explores themes of poverty, perseverance, and the power of human connection. It is a timeless tale of one boy's journey to find his place in the world and make a life for himself against all odds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.