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Travels with Lizbeth: Three Years on the Road and on the Street by Lars Eighner recounts his experiences of being homeless with his dog, Lizbeth, from the late 1980s to early 1990s, detailing their challenges in finding shelter, food, and medical care while highlighting societal issues related to poverty and homelessness. Eighner’s journey from Austin to Los Angeles, interactions with various people, and reliance on dumpster diving are central themes, along with his efforts to maintain dignity and companionship through his bond with Lizbeth. "On Dumpster Diving," a well-known chapter, offers insights into his survival tactics.