{"product_id":"9780008321710","title":"Who Owns England?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Owns England?\u003c\/strong\u003e is a thought-provoking exploration into the complex issue of land ownership in England, revealing how historical and contemporary elites have amassed substantial territories. The author meticulously examines the mechanisms employed to obscure these vast holdings, highlighting tactics such as constructing barriers and utilising offshore companies to maintain secrecy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough an investigative lens, the narrative utilises digital mapping alongside the Freedom of Information Act to unearth hidden truths about land ownership. The book embarks on a journey through various locations, including private estates, grouse moors, and the numerous unoccupied properties scattered across London. Each chapter unveils the intricate web of land ownership, posing critical questions about equity, access, and the implications of such concentrated power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLand Ownership:\u003c\/strong\u003e An examination of historical and modern practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecrecy and Transparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e The contrast between public perception and hidden realities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Dynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e How land ownership affects social and economic structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"A compelling investigation that challenges the very foundations of land ownership in England.\"\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciated \u003cstrong\u003eCapital: A Critique of Political Economy\u003c\/strong\u003e by Karl Marx or \u003cstrong\u003eThe Spirit Level\u003c\/strong\u003e by Richard Wilkinson may find \u003cstrong\u003eWho Owns England?\u003c\/strong\u003e to be a compelling addition to their reading list, as it delves into the intersections of wealth, power, and societal impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482899341644,"sku":"9780008321710","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780008321710_front.webp?v=1765272927","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-us\/products\/9780008321710","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}