The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists (1914)

The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists is a novel written by Robert Tressell and first published in 1914. The book is a fictional account of the lives of a group of working-class men in the fictional town of Mugsborough, England, during the early 20th century. The story follows the struggles of these men as they work long hours in low-paying jobs, often for unscrupulous employers who take advantage of their labor.The novel is a scathing critique of capitalism and the exploitation of the working class. Tressell uses the characters and their experiences to illustrate the ways in which the system is rigged against them, and how they are forced to live in poverty and squalor while the wealthy elite thrive.Throughout the book, Tressell also explores themes of socialism, unionization, and the power of collective action. He argues that only by working together and fighting for their rights can the working class hope to improve their lives and break free from the cycle of poverty.Despite its bleak subject matter, The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists is also a deeply human and empathetic book. Tressell's characters are complex and nuanced, and their struggles and triumphs are deeply moving. The novel is a powerful reminder of the importance of social justice and the ongoing struggle for equality and fairness 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.