The condition of England by Charles F. G. Masterman

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Author Masterman, Charles F. G. (Charles Frederick Gurney), 1873-1927
LoC No. 09021856
Title The condition of England
Original Publication United Kingdom: Methuen & Co., 1909.
Contents The spirit of the people -- The conquerors -- The suburbans -- The multitude -- Prisoners -- The countryside -- Science and progress -- Literature and progress -- Religion and progress -- The illusion of security -- Postscript.
Credits Tim Lindell, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "The Condition of England" by Charles F. G. Masterman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the social and economic realities of contemporary England, examining the tensions and contradictions within society during a time of significant change and uncertainty. The opening of the text sets the stage for a deep exploration of England's present condition, questioned through the lens of history and societal evolution. Masterman addresses the complexities of the contemporary English experience, emphasizing the strife between perceived prosperity and underlying social issues such as poverty and injustice. He highlights a growing disillusionment among various classes as the nation faces drastic transformations, complicated by an influx of social reform movements and a struggle to maintain traditional values amidst modernity. Through his reflections, Masterman invites readers to consider the true essence of England's identity and values in light of its changing landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class HN: Social sciences: Social history and conditions, Social problems
Subject Great Britain -- Social conditions
Subject Great Britain -- Economic conditions
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EBook-No. 70267
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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