Publisher's Synopsis
Classes and Masses or Wealth, Wages, and Welfare in the United Kingdom: A Handbook of Social Facts for Political Thinkers and Speakers is a book written by William Hurrell Mallock in 1896. The book is a comprehensive handbook that explores the social and economic conditions of the United Kingdom during the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of society. The first chapter discusses the different classes in society, including the aristocracy, the middle class, and the working class. The second chapter explores the relationship between wealth and poverty, including discussions on wages, income inequality, and the cost of living. The third chapter delves into the topic of welfare, including the history of the welfare system in the UK and the different types of social programs available to citizens. The fourth chapter discusses the role of the government in society, including the responsibilities of the state and the limitations of government intervention. The final chapter of the book provides advice for political thinkers and speakers on how to use social facts and statistics to support their arguments. Mallock emphasizes the importance of using accurate data to make informed decisions about social and economic policy.Overall, Classes and Masses or Wealth, Wages, and Welfare in the United Kingdom is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social and economic conditions of the late 19th century UK. It provides a comprehensive overview of the different classes in society, the relationship between wealth and poverty, the history of the welfare system, and the role of government in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
