James Bartholomew has travelled the world to see how cultures and lives are being changed. This controversial book is an unparalleled investigation into welfare systems in which he tells the story of the people and places he has visited.
James Bartholomew Books
James Bartholomew's early career as a banker provided a foundation for his insightful journalism. His work for prominent publications took him to the heart of Asia, shaping his perspective. A transformative journey across continents through politically charged landscapes profoundly influenced his outlook. He later became a leading voice in British journalism, known for his sharp commentary on global affairs.
Inside the Tower: The Alternative Guide
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
A guide to the Tower of London, this book takes the reader on a tour around the buildings and describes the history, legends and ceremonies surrounding this bastion of the monarchy. The author has also written The Magic of Kew and The City of London.
The Welfare State We're In
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
The founding of the welfare state in the 1940s was one of the crowning achievements of modern British history - or was it? In this work James Bartholomew advances the sacrilegious argument that however well-meaning its founders, the welfare state has in reality done more harm than good.
