The uses of literacy : aspects of working class life with special reference to publications and entertainments

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Cultural, Social, and Media Studies Libraries, Manuscripts, and Books Social and Cultural Dynamics

Abstract

Mass literacy has opened new worlds to new readers. How far has it also been exploited to debase standards and behaviour? Have the magazines, books and films for the millions proved, on balance, a social benefit or a social danger? The author answers these questions.

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