David Beckham's knighthood shows the unique - and utterly absurd - power of the British class system
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Tom Bower's biography, 'The House of Beckham,' attempts to expose the Beckhams, yet it falls short, showing them primarily as individuals in pursuit of a knighthood. Bower discusses David Beckham's charitable actions post-Typhoon Haiyan and Victoria Beckham's donation of shoes, suggesting their motivations were more about image than integrity. With few true scandals to report, the narrative suggests the couple's ambitions for honor have led to their public perception being unfairly scrutinized, questioning what significant accomplishments truly warrant national honors in contemporary society.
The biography 'The House of Beckham' by Tom Bower reveals the Beckhams' tarnished image, painting them as desperate for acceptance and recognition, particularly a knighthood.
Despite the sensational assertions, the book largely depicts the Beckhams as individuals seeking prestige rather than as deeply flawed figures, missing genuine controversy.
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