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100	1		_aWhittier, John Greenleaf, _d1807-1892
245	1	0	_aYankee Gypsies
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1997
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1997-04-01
508			_aProduced by Anthony J. Adam, and David Widger
520			_a"Yankee Gypsies" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of reflective prose written in the mid-19th century and showcases the author’s acute observations of New England’s wandering beggars. The book delves into themes of compassion, empathy, and the complexities of human experience, particularly emphasizing the life of those on the fringes of society. Whittier's work captures not only the lives of these individuals but also his own childhood memories intertwined with their stories. In this engaging narrative, Whittier introduces a series of colorful characters who traverse his rural New England landscape, with a particular focus on a group known as the "Yankee Gypsies." He recalls vivid interactions with various beggars, each with their own unique stories and quirks, revealing their emotional struggles and societal perceptions. Through these encounters, Whittier reflects on themes of humanity and morality, grappling with the tension between benevolence and suspicion that accompanies his encounters. Overall, "Yankee Gypsies" serves as both a nostalgic recollection of the author's youth and a thoughtful commentary on humanity's often overlooked members. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aTramps -- New England
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/878
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