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The Blight of Respectability / An Anatomy of the Disease and a Theory of Curative Treatment

By Geoffrey Mortimer
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An argumentative essay that diagnoses respectability as a social malady rooted in bourgeois gentility and responsible for hypocrisy, moral cowardice, and social stagnation. The author defines the term, traces its pathology, and examines its gendered manifestations alongside links to morals, cultured gentility, plutocracy, and provincial life. Drawing on illustrative examples and critical analysis, the work argues that respectability encourages duplicity, commercial dishonesty, and the suppression of originality. It concludes by proposing social and intellectual remedies intended to restore sincerity, courage, and forward movement in individual and public life.

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Geoffrey Mortimer

Geoffrey Mortimer is an author known for his work in social critique and analysis. His notable book, "The Blight of Respectability / An Anatomy of the Disease and a Theory of Curative Treatment," explores the complexities of societal norms and the impact of respectability on individual behavior and societal health. Mortimer's writing delves into the psychological and cultural dimensions of respectability, offering insights that remain relevant in contemporary discussions about social conformity and personal authenticity.

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