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The rise of professional society
Book • 1989
Perkin examines the growing influence of professional groups, such as doctors, lawyers, and engineers, in shaping British culture and institutions.
The book explores how the rise of professionalism has affected social mobility, economic inequality, and political power.
It also considers the role of education and training in creating and maintaining professional hierarchies.
By tracing the historical trajectory of professional society, Perkin offers insights into the complex relationship between expertise, authority, and social change.
The book explores how the rise of professionalism has affected social mobility, economic inequality, and political power.
It also considers the role of education and training in creating and maintaining professional hierarchies.
By tracing the historical trajectory of professional society, Perkin offers insights into the complex relationship between expertise, authority, and social change.
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