Synopsis
As Darren examines social class, he begins to wonder if we can ever overthrow the legacy it continues to exert over our lives today.
- Programme: Darren McGarvey's Class Wars
- Episode: 04: Rear-View Mirror
- Channel: BBC Scotland
- Broadcast year: 2021
- Sociology | The Class System
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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