Publisher's Synopsis
Street Arabs and Gutter Snipes is a book written by George Carter Needham in 1883. The book describes the life of young vagabonds in the major cities of America during the late 19th century. It provides a detailed account of the struggles, hardships, and humorous moments of these children who were forced to live on the streets due to poverty, abandonment, or neglect. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the street life of these children. The author describes their daily routines, their methods of survival, and their interactions with each other and with the society at large. The book also highlights the dangers and risks associated with such a life, including violence, crime, and exploitation.Despite the grim nature of the subject matter, the book also contains moments of humor and light-heartedness. The author portrays the resilience and resourcefulness of these children in the face of adversity, and their ability to find joy and laughter in the most unlikely of situations.Overall, Street Arabs and Gutter Snipes is a poignant and insightful look into a forgotten aspect of American history. It sheds light on the lives of those who were often ignored and marginalized by society, and provides a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of childhood in the urban landscape of the late 19th century.With Records Of Work For Their Reclamation.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.
