The Van Dwellers: A Strenuous Quest For A Home (1901)

By Albert Bigelow Paine

Book Overview

""The Van Dwellers: A Strenuous Quest For A Home"" is a book written by Albert Bigelow Paine and published in 1901. The book is a memoir of Paine's experience living in a van with his wife and children as they traveled around the United States searching for a permanent home. The book provides a detailed account of their struggles and adventures as they faced various challenges such as harsh weather conditions, financial difficulties, and societal prejudices against their unconventional lifestyle. Paine also reflects on the joys and rewards of living a simpler life on the road and the sense of freedom it provided. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a van dweller in the early 20th century and offers insights into the American spirit of adventure and determination.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163939102
• ISBN13: 9781163939109
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"