Explain Why England Is Called the "90-Minute Nation," and Why

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Essay

Explain why England is called the "90-minute nation," and why it has become a point of contention for people who identify as English. What key concept(s) from the text does this represent?

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Definitions:

Industrialization

Industrialization is the process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on the manufacturing of goods and services.

Permanent Joblessness

A situation where an individual is unable to secure employment over an extended period, often due to structural economic changes.

Dramaturgy

A sociological perspective that compares social interaction to the theater, where individuals present themselves in ways that are advantageous to their situation.

Goffman

Erving Goffman was a sociologist best known for his work on symbolic interactionism and the study of everyday life interactions and social stigma.