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The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists by Robert Tressell (Paperback, 1993)
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Originally published in 1914, The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists is a timeless story of Socialism, political awakenings and class struggle, told with a volatile mix of heartfelt rage and sly humour. The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists tells the story of a group of working men who are joined one day by Owen, a journeyman-prophet with a vision of a just society. Owen's spirited attacks on the greed and dishonesty of the capitalist system rouse his fellow men from their political quietism. It is both a masterpiece of wit and political passion and one of the most authentic novels of English working class life ever written. This enduring favourite is now reinvigorated by a smart new jacket and exclusive extra material as part of Perennial's Modern Classics line of reissues. Now its timeless message of justice, equality and reason will be introduced to a whole new generation of discerning readers.Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-139780586090367
eBay Product ID (ePID)89417970
Product Key Features
Book TitleThe Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
Number of Pages608 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1993
TopicBooks
AuthorRobert Tressell
Book SeriesFlamingo Modern Classics
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height197 mm
Item Weight473 g
Item Width130 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorRobert Tressell
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- 27 Mar, 2019
A Book for Everyone’s Library.
A book that should be on the curriculum of every school. A wonderful period piece capturing the Edwardian age and the struggle of working folk within a cruel and heartless economic system. Interwoven in the narrative is a clear and compelling justiication of the Socialist ideal and one which reaches even those most hardened doubters that life can indeed be so different. A must read for anyone committed to the achievement of a better world.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 May, 2018
Everyone should read this!
Fantastic book which explains through it's story the 'divide and conquer' strategy of employers towards a desperate workforce. Rings true to this day. One of the best books I have ever read - on a par with The Grapes of Wrath and in a similar vein.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Nov, 2017
Unfinished reading
I have not finished reading this yet, but interesting story of the times and conditions people lived with at that time. Seems people's personalities do not change. We still have the ruthless and greedy and the apathy by people in this day and age,Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Nov, 2021
Shows hard working men working for a pittance and the bosses making all the money .
One if my favourite books , bought to replace a well worn out copy. Even though this book was, written years ago, its very relevant today .Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 Aug, 2016
Classic, compelling, current
Have you ever thought "I do far too much work for way too little recompense..." "I don't deserve to be treated like this..." "It is one rule for us and one rule for them..." yet in fact done nothing in a practical sense about these thoughts? Allow Robert Tressell to elucidate and explain this phenomena and much else besides. A seminal work that quite simply cannot be read and absorbed without having a profound effect upon the reader.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Aug, 2022
Needed today as much as when first published.
Nothing much has changed. Every working person should read this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Dec, 2023
Essential reading in these days
A good book who's ideas are as relevant todayVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Aug, 2021
A good reflection on hard times
Fascinating reading history from the early 1900's & a good incite to how lives were then...Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Jun, 2021
Awesome story and still relevant today
The best book I have ever read and compelling story lines, so thought provoking and still relevant today.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Apr, 2024
Pleased with my item. Thank you very much. I look forward to reading it ⭐️
Pleased with my item. Thank you very much. I look forward to reading it ⭐️Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
