Ragged Trousered Philanthropists

Released: September 7, 2011
Length: 23 hrs 30 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks

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"The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists," written in 1906 by Robert Tressell, is a classic working-class novel that explores the harsh realities faced by painters and decorators. Blending humor and tragedy, the book offers a poignant portrayal of their struggles to survive under difficult working conditions, while also serving as a manifesto for socialism. Since its publication, it has become a widely influential work, with over six million copies sold worldwide.

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