""A Handy Guide For Beggars: Especially Those Of The Poetic Fraternity"" is a satirical book written by American poet Vachel Lindsay. Published in 1916, the book is a humorous and ironic guidebook for aspiring poets who are struggling to make a living. The author presents himself as a veteran beggar and offers practical advice to other beggars, including how to dress, what to say, and where to go to maximize their chances of getting money. The book...