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The ragged trousered philanthropists ([New ed.])

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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.

A masterpiece of wit and political passion, this is 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 Harper 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.

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HarperPerennial
0007204507 / 9780007204502
Paperback / softback
823.912
07/02/2005
United Kingdom
English
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590 p.
20 cm
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Previous ed.: London: Panther, 1965.
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. Attractive new edition of a classic title that sells about 13,000 copies a year. Includes a fascinating PS section with exclusive new material placing the novel in its historical and social context. Smart new jacket to ensure that this timeless novel reaches a whole new audience.
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. Attractive new edition of a classic title that sells about 13,000 copies a year. Includes a fascinating PS section with exclusive new material placing the novel in its historical and social context. Smart new jacket to ensure that this timeless novel reaches a whole new audience. FA Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)