English Literature GCSE
Bourgeoisie / Ruling Class
What Bourgeoisie / Ruling Class means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Bourgeoisie / Ruling Class
The capitalist class who own most of society's wealth and means of production.
Topics that use Bourgeoisie / Ruling Class
- Post-1914 Prose or Drama (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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