Snobbery

The practices of distinction

By: David Morgan

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Paperback | 1 January 2019 | Edition Number 1

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174 Pages

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There's a reason why accusations of snobbery have become so common in political discourse: simply put, nobody wants to be called a snob. It's a potent insult, one that's tough to deny and, more powerfully, one that plays right into the anti-elitist undercurrents that have quietly driven recent elections in the United States and Europe. But, as David Morgan's book shows, the power of the concept of snobbery is also indicative of larger societal issues, ones rooted in class divisions and wealth inequality.

Snobbery traces the history of the term, drawing on a diverse set of literary and sociological sources to show how the accusation has been flung throughout the ages. Morgan explores the complex histories and different conceptions of snobbery to show us how ever-present concerns of class inequity have driven use of the term, something likely to continue as the gap between rich and poor widens.

Industry Reviews

''David Morgan applies his considerable sociological imagination to everyday life which both challenges and delights. His analysis of the processes and persistence of snobbery is no exception.'' Sue Scott, University of York
"A delicious literary feast of research evidence, amusing anecdotes, personal reflection, and clever argument....a great and highly enjoyable read." Diane Reay, University of Cambridge
''While many books on inequality allude to snobbery and address overlapping issues, this is the first to be written on the subject that draws upon social science.'' Andrew Sayer, Lancaster University

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