An Uneasy Inheritance

Polly Toynbee’s acclaimed non-fiction work explores the complex relationship between her privileged background and her longstanding commitment to social justice. Through a vivid and engaging family history, which includes notable figures such as her father, historian grandfather, and other distinguished ancestors, she examines themes of class mobility, privilege, and equality in Britain. The book invites readers to reflect on the myths and realities of social class and advocates for an honest conversation about these issues.