Recollections Of Itinerant Life - George Brown

Recollections of Itinerant Life: Including Early Reminiscences (1866) is a memoir written by George Brown, a Scottish author and poet. The book is a collection of stories and memories from Brown's life as a traveling salesman and performer in the early 19th century. Brown begins by recounting his childhood in Scotland and his early experiences as a performer, including his first appearance on stage at the age of six. He then describes his travels throughout Scotland, England, and Ireland, where he worked as a peddler, selling various goods to people in rural areas. The book also includes accounts of Brown's experiences as a performer, both as a solo act and as part of a traveling troupe. He describes the challenges of life on the road, including the difficulties of finding lodging and the dangers of traveling in inclement weather. Throughout the book, Brown reflects on the changing social and economic landscape of the time, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution on rural communities. He also offers insights into the lives of the people he encountered on his travels, including their customs, beliefs, and struggles. Overall, Recollections of Itinerant Life provides a vivid and engaging portrait of life on the road in 19th century Britain, as seen through the eyes of a seasoned traveler and performer.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.

EAN: 9781437146271