A note for our American readers: when British people say “public school,” they’re referring to what we call “private schools.” Britain’s private schools are everywhere, and they are a huge wealth and class signifier. Interestingly, in recent years, there’s been a steady and noticeable drop in British private-school enrollment. That’s the backstory for the Duke […]
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