A Revolution Betrayed
How Egalitarians Wrecked the British Education System
$32.02
- Paperback
224 pages
- Release Date
3 January 2024
Summary
There are few subjects these days that cause parents more stress than the education of their children.
In his new book, Peter Hitchens describes the misjudgements made by politicians over the years that have led to the increase of class distinction and privilege in our education system. This is of course the opposite of what was intended, especially by former Minister of Education Shirley Williams and Margaret Thatcher, her successor in that role, who closed down many…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781399400077 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 139940007X |
| Author: | Peter Hitchens |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Imprint: | Bloomsbury Continuum |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 3 January 2024 |
| Weight: | 158g |
| Dimensions: | 18mm x 128mm x 196mm |
Critics Review
Fascinating. * The New Statesman *
…Hitchens provides an accessible and helpful overview of educational history in the UK. * The Tablet *
At its heart, though, A Revolution Betrayed is a history book with attitude… and has much to offer about an undeniably fascinating and significant episode. * The Spectator *
The best thing that Peter Hitchens has written. * Cherwell *
Peter Hitchens
Peter Hitchens is a columnist for the Mail on Sunday and a contributor to many other publications. He has published several books, including The Abolition of Britain and The Rage Against God, mainly on aspects of what he regards as a Cultural Revolution which has transformed Britain for the worse in the last half century. He is active on social media, especially Twitter. He has been a journalist for nearly 50 years, has reported from 57 countries and was a resident correspondent in Moscow and Washington. He is a former revolutionary Marxist who now describes himself as a socially conservative Social Democrat.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.