The Inheritors by Pierre Bourdieu
This insightful sociological study delves into the intricate dynamics of the French educational system, exploring how it perpetuates social inequalities. Through a series of interviews and analyses, the authors reveal the subtle mechanisms by which cultural capital and inherited privilege shape academic success and future opportunities. The work challenges the notion of meritocracy, highlighting the role of family background and social class in determining educational outcomes, and calls for a reevaluation of the structures that maintain these disparities.
- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- French
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