Poverty Propaganda: Exploring the Myths - Paperback

by Tracy Shildrick (Author)

Poverty Propaganda debunks many popular myths and misconceptions about poverty and its prevalence, causes and consequences. In particular, it highlights the role of 'poverty propaganda' in sustaining class divides in perpetuating poverty and disadvantage in contemporary Britain.

Author Biography

Tracy Shildrick is professor of sociology and social policy at the University of Leeds. She is coauthor of Poverty and Insecurity.