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Paperback. In Ferraris for all, Daniel Ben-Ami argues that society as a whole benefits from greater affluence and action is needed to increase and spread global prosperity. Num Pages: 328 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; KCM; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 141 x 17. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847423450
ISBN
9781847423450
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.14

Paperback. This lively and topical book provides a critique of choice in contemporary society and policy. Having choices empowers us, but constant extension of choice overwhelms us. In a concise and readable style, the author considers whether choice enhances or burdens our lives, and questions the blithe assumption that more choice is always for the better. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 266.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847423979
ISBN
9781847423979
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.82

Paperback. This student-friendly textbook uses theoretical perspectives to bring to life social theories relating to health and illness. including binge drinking, obesity, the prominence of therapy and the search for happiness. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH; MBS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 173 x 9. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847424013
ISBN
9781847424013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 35.03

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847424082
ISBN
9781847424082
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.43

Hardback. This important book explores the values of equality and diversity as promoted across liberal societies, drawing on various traditions of political and social philosophy, and applying them to policy and practice debates. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: JFF; JFS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 183 x 16. Weight in Grams: 508.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847426079
ISBN
9781847426079
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.30

Hardback. Providing innovative insights, this book moves the debate on migration and integration policies in the enlarged European Union and its member states onto new terrain. Editor(s): Carmel, Emma; Cerami, Alfio; Papadopoulos, Theodoros. Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; JFFN; JFFP; JKS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 246 x 170 x 22. Weight in Grams: 640.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847426444
ISBN
9781847426444
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.37

Hardcover. Challenging popular misconceptions of female users, this book is the first to examine how female drug user's identities, and hence their experiences, are shaped by drug policies. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JFSJ1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 163 x 25. Weight in Grams: 676.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Policy Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847426727
ISBN
9781847426727
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.73

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847427205
ISBN
9781847427205
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.64

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847427250
ISBN
9781847427250
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.27

Hardback. This book explores state controls in Japan, focusing on the interrelation of inequality and deviance of youth and migrant groups which leads to crime. Num Pages: 240 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; JFFJ; JFSP2; JKV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 181 x 248 x 21. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428325
ISBN
9781847428325
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.37

Hardcover. This original and topical book tells the untold stories of migrants' experiences of, and responses to, financial exclusion in London. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFA; JFFN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 158 x 11. Weight in Grams: 502.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428431
ISBN
9781847428431
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.73

Paperback. Encompassing an extensive range of print and online media, this reader brings together a selection of highly influential writings by Danny Dorling which look at inequality and social justice. Editor(s): Dorling, Daniel. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: JFF; JK; RGC. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 173 x 240 x 24. Weight in Grams: 766.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428790
ISBN
9781847428790
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.45

Hardcover. This book explores issues central to contemporary theoretical debates around the nature of trust, linking abstract concerns to empirical analysis with interviews with service-users, practitioners and managers. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH; JKSM; MBPK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 179 x 244 x 8. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428899
ISBN
9781847428899
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.37

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847429728
ISBN
9781847429728
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.27

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847429766
ISBN
9781847429766
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.27

Paperback. Users of social and health care services play an increasingly significant part within systems of local governance. This report examines the strategies user groups adopt to seek their objectives, and explores issues relating to notions of consumerism and citizenship. It should be read by anyone involved in health and social care policy and practice. Num Pages: 120 pages, 2tabs. BIC Classification: JFFG; JPR; JPWD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 204.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861340566
ISBN
9781861340566
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.43

Paperback. This review of research and development initiatives intended to help disabled people get (or stay in) work, takes views of disabled people as a yardstick by which to assess good practice. It pinpoints gaps in existing research, and highlights the varying requirements of disabled people, employers and service providers as users of research. Num Pages: 68 pages, 2tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFG; JHBL; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210. Weight in Grams: 293.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
68
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341211
ISBN
9781861341211
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 29.04

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341426
ISBN
9781861341426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.68

Paperback. This challenging book brings together contributions from leading poverty analysts on inequalities in income, wealth, standard of living, employment, education, housing, crime and health. It charts the extent of the growth in inequalities and offers a coherent critique of the New Labour government's policies aimed at those tackling this crisis. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 288 x 23. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341464
ISBN
9781861341464
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.68

hardcover. Immigration has been a controversial area of public policy since the Commonwealth Immigration Act ended most primary immigration in 1962. This study looks at the work of practitioners in the court-system that hears appeals from immigrants against decisions made by the British government. Num Pages: 192 pages, 1fig.2tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JFFN; LNAA; LNDA1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 148. Weight in Grams: 397.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341723
ISBN
9781861341723
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 33.83

Paperback. This book presents all seventeen chapters of evidence commissioned by the Acheson Inquiry to inform its work. It complements both the Acheson Inquiry report published by The Stationary Office and The widening gap (The Policy Press, 1999), which provides a broad overview and systematic interpretation of the Inequalities in Health debate. Editor(s): Gordon, David; Shaw, Mary; Dorling, Daniel; Davey-Smith, George. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 60figs.83tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JPQB; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 209 x 297 x 23. Weight in Grams: 764.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341747
ISBN
9781861341747
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.40

Paperback. This highly topical book provides a synthesis of developments in innovative service provision for homeless people in the member countries of the European Union. Series: FEANTSA Series. Num Pages: 244 pages, 10figs.1tab. BIC Classification: 1QFE; JFFB; JKS; JPSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 395.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341891
ISBN
9781861341891
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 27.92

Paperback. This classic text presents Blair's Beveridge Lecture alongside the views of some of Britain's foremost policy analysts and commentators. It provides a rich tapestry of analysis, insight and reflection that will stimulate critical debate about the shape of British welfare for some time to come. Editor(s): Walker, Robert. Num Pages: 180 pages, 1tabs. BIC Classification: JFFA; JFSP1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 280.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861341990
ISBN
9781861341990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 27.85

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861343147
ISBN
9781861343147
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.49

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