Respectable Crossing the Class Divide
Respectable Crossing the Class Divide by Lynsey Hanley, published by Penguin Books in 2017, explores the complexities of social mobility through the author’s personal experiences. In this 240-page work, Hanley reflects on her upbringing within the ‘respectable working class’ and the challenges she faced while navigating class divides during her time at university. The book delves into the implications of crossing these divides and examines how class influences individuals and society as a whole.
Readers will find a candid examination of the emotional and social ramifications of class transitions. Hanley articulates the sacrifices made in pursuit of upward mobility and the lasting effects of economic disparity. The narrative is enriched by themes of education and personal memoir, providing insights into the broader social science context of class and its impact on everyday life. This edition is presented in English and offers a thoughtful perspective on the intersections of class and identity.
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‘Pithy and provoking, spiced with the personal’ Hilary Mantel
Lynsey Hanley grew up part of the ‘respectable working class’. At university, she discovered that social mobility is not all it seems. This book is about what it means to cross class divides, what we leave behind in order to get on, and how class affects all of us today.
‘There is fury contained within the pages and between the lines of Respectable … intelligent and important’ Colin Grant, Guardian
‘Honest, brave and moving’ Kate Pickett, co-author of The Spirit Level
‘Lynsey Hanley is such a crucial voice. When she writes about class, she is writing about lived experience’ Owen Jones, New Statesman
‘Hanley vividly describes the “risky, lonely journey” she undertook from one class to another … She is tremendous at detailing her personal transition’ Craig Brown, Mail on Sunday
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