A Class Act: The Myth of Britain's Classless Society

Adonis, Andrew & Stephen Pollard

ISBN 10: 0241137209 / ISBN 13: 9780241137208

Published by Hamish Hamilton, London, 1997

About this Item

Light wear to edges of dust jacket and appears to be price-clipped top of front flap yet UK price remains at the bottom. 308 pages with index.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Class Act: The Myth of Britain's Classless Society
• Publisher: Hamish Hamilton, London
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0241137209
• ISBN 13: 9780241137208
• Binding: Hard Cover In Dust Jacket
• Edition: First Edition, First Printing.
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine Plus
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Synopsis

This book explodes the myth that Britain is becoming a classless society as the authors systematically examine the pillars of the new class structure. Education, the monarchy, the armed forces, health, politics, housing and race all come under scrutiny. And cultural outlets from the BBC to fashion, sport and religion, the NHS and the National Lottery are explored for their latest significance. A CLASS ACT is a must for anyone who wants to understand Britain today.

About the Author

Andrew Adonis is a political columnist on the Observer. He is co-author of FAILURE IN BRITISH GOVERNMENT, the acclaimed study of the rise and fall of the poll tax.

Stephen Pollard is Head of Research at the Social Market Foundation, a leading independent think-tank. He is chief leader writer for the London Evening Standard, and a frequent broadcaster.