The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists by Robert Tressell – Alan Sillitoe Intro – 1979 Panther Granada

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Experience the definitive novel of working-class life and political awakening. Set in the early 20th century, The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists follows a group of painters in the fictional town of Mugsborough. Through Frank Owen, Robert Tressell brilliantly deconstructs the capitalist system and the “Great Money Trick” that keeps workers in poverty. This collectible 1979 Panther Granada edition features a powerful introduction by Alan Sillitoe, providing essential literary context to this masterpiece of socialist literature. Gritty, humorous, and enduringly relevant, it remains a vital exploration of labor and inequality. A must-have for collectors of vintage British working-class fiction.