The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists (Flamingo Modern Classics) Book

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.Read More