Wayfaring Stranger is a novel by Burl Ives, an American folk singer and actor. The book tells the story of a young man named Weldon Holland, who grows up in Texas during the 1930s and 1940s. Weldon's life is shaped by the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and World War II. He experiences the hardships of poverty and racism, but also finds love and friendship along the way.As a teenager, Weldon witnesses a violent act of racism that changes his life forever. He becomes determined to fight against injustice and inequality, and eventually joins the army to fight in Europe during World War II. After the war, he returns to Texas and becomes involved in the oil industry, where he faces new challenges and struggles.Throughout the book, Weldon's journey is intertwined with music, as he learns to play the guitar and sings folk songs that reflect his experiences and emotions. The novel explores themes of family, friendship, love, war, and the search for meaning and purpose in life.Wayfaring Stranger is a poignant and powerful novel that captures the spirit of a generation and the struggles of ordinary people during a turbulent time in American history. It is a tribute to the resilience and courage of those who faced adversity with determination and hope.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.