The Class in Britain
The Class in Britain by David Cannadine, published by Penguin Books in 2000, offers a thorough examination of the British focus on class throughout history. This new edition spans 272 pages and is presented in English. Cannadine explores the evolving perceptions of British society from the eighteenth to the twentieth century, highlighting the various frameworks through which class has been understood and its impact on national identity.
Readers will find a detailed analysis that intertwines social, intellectual, and political history, revealing how class has influenced British identity over time. The book delves into the different models of class perception and the specific purposes they have served within society. By addressing topics within politics and social sciences, Cannadine provides a comprehensive overview of the complexities surrounding class in Britain.
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David Cannadine’s unique history examines the British preoccupation with class and the different ways the British have thought about their own society. From the eighteenth through the twentieth century, he traces the different ways British society has been viewed, unveiling the different purposes each model has served. This is a social, intellectual and political history and a powerful account of how and why class has shaped British identity.
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