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At their core, these tales depict the Greyhound as a traveling microcosm of America—highlighting the struggles of poverty, addiction, and social marginalization but also moments of camaraderie, resilience, and shared humanity. Traveling on such buses isn’t glamorous; it’s raw, chaotic, and sometimes dangerous, but also an undeniable part of the American experience for many.
As the narrator reflects, the journey often requires one to adapt to environments where they don’t fit in. Whether dealing with sketchy characters or making small concessions to survive, those on the road learn to navigate a complex landscape of human nature.