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Paperback. This report presents findings from a new investigation into the experiences of individuals living with long-term ill-health and their families. New in-depth qualitative material and secondary analyses of national datasets are used to examine the ways in which long-term ill-health impacts upon poverty. A free pdf is available at www.jrf.org.uk Num Pages: 104 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 13. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 104
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349934
- ISBN
- 9781861349934
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€ 27.99€ 27.92
€ 27.99
€ 27.92
Paperback. This is the first detailed study of the recent geographical distribution of poverty and wealth in Britain. It presents the most comprehensive estimates of the changing levels of poverty and wealth from the late 1960s. A free pdf version of this report is available online at www.jrf.org.uk Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPL; 3JJPN; 3JJPR; 3JMC; JFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 296 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 492.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349958
- ISBN
- 9781861349958
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Condition: New
€ 28.08
€ 28.08
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 72
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349972
- ISBN
- 9781861349972
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Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 25.70
€ 25.99
€ 25.70
Hardback. An innovative study of the ways in which Germans of different ages and life stages lived through the violent eruptions of the two world wars, and through the dictatorships of Nazism and then Communism that succeeded them. Num Pages: 528 pages, charts. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; HBTB; JPHX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 173 x 45. Weight in Grams: 946.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199287208
- ISBN
- 9780199287208
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Condition: New
€ 132.14
€ 132.14
Hardback. The volume begins with an introductory essay on the origins of British humour in the Middle Ages. Chapters then examine British literary humour during particular centuries. Each chapter begins with an overview of humour during that time period followed by entries for individual authors. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; DSBB; DSBD; GBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 493.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313297069
- ISBN
- 9780313297069
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Condition: New
€ 79.73
€ 79.73
Hardback. For almost three decades the troubles in Northern Ireland raged, claiming over 3,600 lives, with civilians accounting for almost half the fatalities. In this book, Jonathan Tonge examines the reasons for that conflict; the motivations of the groups involved and explores the prospects for a post-conflict Northern Ireland. Series: Global Political Hot Spots. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; HBJD1; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 495.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745631400
- ISBN
- 9780745631400
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Condition: New
€ 72.48
€ 72.48
paperback. Alongside the current media preoccupation with high risk offenders, there has been a shift towards a greater focus on risk and public protection in UK criminal justice policy. This report draws together a distinguished panel to consider both the theory and application of the risk concept in work with young people and young adults that offend. Series: Researching Criminal Justice Series. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 248 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 754.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847420008
- ISBN
- 9781847420008
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 26.68
€ 26.99
€ 26.68
paperback. Estates of multi-storey housing present some of the most intractable problems for urban policy. Shelter is not enough is an up-to-date evaluation of the issues. Drawing on an analysis of past practice, a 'model framework' is defined which can help to create successful approaches for the regeneration of multi-storey housing. Num Pages: 276 pages, 22ill.13figs.16tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFSG; JKSB; JPRB; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861341563
- ISBN
- 9781861341563
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Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 37.27
€ 38.99
€ 37.27
Paperback. This study draws on a seven-year survey of more than 5000 households interviewed between 1991 and 1997. The survey has been analyzed by specialists to build up an understanding of the dynamics of the family in such fields as household formation, employment, income, and more. Editor(s): Berthoud, Richard; Gershuny, Jonathan. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JHBK; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342003
- ISBN
- 9781861342003
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Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 40.81
€ 43.99
€ 40.81
Paperback. This reader provides two centuries of historical context to debates on health inequality. Extracts from classic texts, information about authors and an introduction draw together important themes of change and continuity. It is a key text for students on a range of policy courses and an excellent resource for anyone interested in poverty. Editor(s): Davey-Smith, George; Dorling, Daniel; Shaw, Mary. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 464 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, portraits. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; JFFA; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 173 x 26. Weight in Grams: 778.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342119
- ISBN
- 9781861342119
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Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 40.81
€ 43.99
€ 40.81
paperback. This book offers a vivid and persuasive critical examination of New Labour's programme for the modernisation of local government, providing a balanced view of the democracy and participation debate. It draws on a wide range of new survey data to relate the crisis of local politics and governance to wider changes in the political culture. Num Pages: 244 pages, 44tabs. BIC Classification: 1DB; JPHV; JPQB; JPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 148 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342188
- ISBN
- 9781861342188
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 34.92
€ 36.99
€ 34.92
paperback. Over the last three decades Britain has witnessed an unprecedented rise in the number of people receiving welfare benefits that has provoked fears of a growing underclass and mass welfare dependency. This book provides the first comprehensive analysis of the reasons for this growth and subjects notions of welfare dependency to empirical test. Num Pages: 368 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 589.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342355
- ISBN
- 9781861342355
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 32.57
€ 33.99
€ 32.57
paperback. This report provides an in-depth study of factors that influence the effectiveness of urban regeneration partnerships, and how they work within the national policy context. It highlights the key lessons of partnership, exploring good practice in leadership, visioning and consensus building, and the translation of vision into workable objectives. Series: Area Regeneration Series. Num Pages: 88 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKS; 1DBKW; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 212 x 369 x 10. Weight in Grams: 256.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 88
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342508
- ISBN
- 9781861342508
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Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 27.85
€ 27.99
€ 27.85
Paperback. The emergence of high levels of unsustainable home ownership has many consequences for social and public policy. Using a wide range of methodological strategies, including in-depth qualitative interviews, this book paints a rich empirical picture of the causes, socio-economic distribution and social consequences of mortgage arrears and possessions. Num Pages: 212 pages, 4figs.28tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JHBA; JPA; KCA; KFFL; KFFR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 149 x 13. Weight in Grams: 288.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342614
- ISBN
- 9781861342614
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 38.77
€ 40.99
€ 38.77
paperback. This study focuses on the contribution that studies of the post-war 'welfare state' can make to debates about welfare. Drawing on community care debates from 1971 to 1993, it illuminates contemporary concerns about issues as rationing care, the health and social care divide, residential care and growing emphasis on provider competition. Num Pages: 212 pages, 14figs.9tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPL; 3JJPN; 3JJPR; JFSP31; JHBC; JKSB; JKSG; JPRB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 149 x 13. Weight in Grams: 292.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342652
- ISBN
- 9781861342652
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Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 37.27
€ 38.99
€ 37.27
paperback. This is a qualitative study that documents the daily lives of vulnerable lone mothers and their children in Denmark. Loss of rights, gender and ethnic inequality, and family violence all emerge as key themes with international implications. Policy and practice recommendations are made with wide-ranging applications for an international audience. Num Pages: 204 pages, 5tabs. BIC Classification: 1DND; JFF; JFSP1; JHBK; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 312.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342775
- ISBN
- 9781861342775
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 29.04
€ 30.99
€ 29.04
Paperback. The first book to examine poverty in Europe within the international framework agreed at the 1995 World Summit on Social Development, this study provides a scientific and international basis for the analysis and reduction of poverty. With contributions from leading poverty experts, it presents cutting-edge international research in one volume. Editor(s): Gordon, David; Townsend, Peter. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 480 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; JFFA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 161 x 22. Weight in Grams: 710.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 475
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861342928
- ISBN
- 9781861342928
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 38.45
€ 40.99
€ 38.45
Paperback. As advocacy moves into the mainstream of health and social care provision, and the prospect of a legal right to advocacy inches closer, so the need to scrutinize key values in advocacy becomes urgent. This work offers an analysis of the benefits of advocacy. Num Pages: 176 pages, 7tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 278.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861343062
- ISBN
- 9781861343062
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 32.92
€ 33.99
€ 32.92
hardcover. This book considers what makes us happy, using a new approach that directly addresses the circumstances under which highly subjective well-being is experienced, often with surprising results. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861348876
- ISBN
- 9781861348876
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Condition: New
€ 97.30
€ 97.30
Paperback. Following 5 years of systemic research exploring the efficacy and impact of Sure Start Local Programmes, this book pulls together, in a single volume, the results of the extensive National Evaluation of Sure Start (NESS). Editor(s): Belsky, Jay; Barnes, Jacqueline; Melhuish, Edward. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349491
- ISBN
- 9781861349491
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 34.92
€ 36.99
€ 34.92
Paperback. This book analyses male violence against women and children, and the mechanisms society develops to push it out of sight. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFE3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861349613
- ISBN
- 9781861349613
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 32.57
€ 33.99
€ 32.57
hardcover. Nothing is considered more natural than the connection between Isaac Newton's science and the modernity that came into being during the eighteenth-century Enlightenment. This study challenges the claim that Isaac Newton's solitary genius is the reason for his iconic status as the father of modern physics and the philosophe movement. Num Pages: 464 pages, 27 halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JH; HBJD; HBLL; PDX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 167 x 41. Weight in Grams: 928.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226749457
- ISBN
- 9780226749457
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.30€ 59.65
€ 71.30
€ 59.65
paperback. Series: Sport and Society. Num Pages: 360 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBJD; HBLW; HBTB; WSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5334 x 3556 x 28. Weight in Grams: 450.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252013256
- ISBN
- 9780252013256
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Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 37.53
€ 41.99
€ 37.53
Hardback. Num Pages: 432 pages, 52 b&w illus., 31 color illus. BIC Classification: 1DST; APF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 33. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780253017406
- ISBN
- 9780253017406
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.05
€ 91.05