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Social services & welfare, criminology

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Social services & welfare, criminology

Hardcover. Most incidents of urban unrest in recent decades - including the riots in France, Britain and other Western countries - have followed lethal interactions between the youth and the police. Usually these take place in disadvantaged neighborhoods composed of working-class families of immigrant origin or belonging to ethnic minorities. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; JFSG; JHMC; JKSW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745664798
ISBN
9780745664798
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.17

Hardback. The prison is a recent invention, hardly more than two centuries old, yet it has become the universal system of punishment. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: JKVP1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 163 x 37. Weight in Grams: 740.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781509507542
ISBN
9781509507542
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.37

Paperback. From ancient Rome to the gangs of modern Japan, from the prisons of Western countries to terrorist and pedophile rings, this book explains how many criminals successfully stay in business. By deciphering how criminals signal to each other in a lawless universe, it provides a quantum leap in our ability to make sense of their actions. Num Pages: 368 pages, 5 line illus. 3 tables. BIC Classification: JKVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 534.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691152479
ISBN
9780691152479
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.41

Paperback. Drawing on the confessions of eight Mafiosi, this work provides an analysis of the economic and political role of the Sicilian Mafia. Num Pages: 346 pages, 2 maps, 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1DST; JKVM; KJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 516.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
346
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
1St Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674807426
ISBN
9780674807426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 36.02

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412931090
ISBN
9781412931090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.99
€ 30.21

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
New York University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814787014
ISBN
9780814787014
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.82

Paperback. This text offers an evaluation of a study commissioned by the DoH into residential child care in response to the difficulties and scandals that have beset the service. It aims to tackle the dilemmas which surround the provision of qualification training for residential care staff. Series: Living Away from Home: Studies in Residential Care. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFSP1; JFSP2; JKSB1; JKSW; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471984771
ISBN
9780471984771
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 89.16

Hardback. Describing the authors' family-centered, ecological approach, this work demonstrates how they examine psychopathology in children and adolescents in the context of the ecology (families, peer groups, communities, and schools) in which they live. It also illustrates how developmentally and culturally relevant interventions are shaped. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 259 x 186 x 26. Weight in Grams: 780.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
American Psychological Association United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781591474289
ISBN
9781591474289
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.51

Paperback. An exploration of the therapeutic relationship from a variety of theoretical positions for students as well as new and experienced practitioners Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 171 x 240 x 19. Weight in Grams: 580.
Publisher
Open University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780335264827
ISBN
9780335264827
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.13

Paperback. Concise and accessible, this book is a one-stop source book for students and professionals working in the caring professions who need to know more about transitions across the life course. Written by a leading scholar in the field, it is the latest book in Palgrave's popular Professional Keywords series. Series: Professional Keywords. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKSN; JNP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 18. Weight in Grams: 260.
Publisher
Macmillan Education UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137528261
ISBN
9781137528261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.19

Hardback. This interdisciplinary book draws on the perspectives of forty authors from four continents to explore the dynamics of ethical dilemmas using theory, research and practice-based examples. Editor(s): Jindal-Snape, Divya; Hannah, Elizabeth F. S. Num Pages: 360 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: HPQ; JKSN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 158 x 26. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Policy Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447308997
ISBN
9781447308997
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.44

Paperback. This book shows how you can embark on a process of sensitive conversation that helps the bereaved person to come to terms with their grief. Dodie Graves outlines a practical framework of six elements for conversing with bereaved people in a structured but flexible way that avoids prescriptive instructions. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; VFJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109884
ISBN
9781843109884
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 31.81

Paperback. A practical introduction to setting up and facilitating bereavement support groups, guiding the reader through all stages. It examines the different skills needed, and uses case studies and research to suggest models of best practice across a range of group settings. The guidance will help make groups successful for participants and facilitators. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052719
ISBN
9781849052719
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.76

Paperback. Contributors to this book provide international perspectives on core issues in family support. Providing a combination of clear theoretical frameworks and practical guidance, with clear 'how to' messages and a strong emphasis on evaluation, this book will be of interest to social workers working in all areas of family support. Editor(s): Dolan, Pat; Canavan, John; Pinkerton, John. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 17. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
UK ed.
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843103202
ISBN
9781843103202
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.52

Paperback. Winner of the National Endowment for the Arts Award for Excellence in Design Research, the Paul Davidoff Award for an Outstanding Book in Urban Planning, the Vesta Award for Feminist Scholarship in the Arts, and an ALA Notable Book Award: a provocative critique of how American housing patterns impact private and public life. Num Pages: 288 pages, 57 photographs, 21 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AMK; JFSG; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
WW Norton & Co United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393730944
ISBN
9780393730944
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.58

Paperback. * A broad--ranging introductory guide to key issues in the study of childhood. * Approaches childhood studies from an interdisciplinary and multi--professional perspective. * Presents the basics of psychology, social welfare, education, health, law, culture, rights, politics, and economics as they relate to children. Editor(s): Wyse, Dominic. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JKSB1; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 18. Weight in Grams: 588.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233978
ISBN
9780631233978
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.71

Paperback. A guide for counselors and therapists working with people who are lesbian, gay or bisexual. It provides an overview of lesbian, gay and bisexual psychology, and examines some of the differences between lesbians, gays and bisexuals, and heterosexuals. It proposes a model of gay affirmative therapy. Editor(s): Charles, Neal. Num Pages: 256 pages, index. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKSN2; JMU; MJN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 376.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Open University Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780335191451
ISBN
9780335191451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.00

Paperback. Editor(s): Foster, Dominick. Num Pages: 81 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; MMGW; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 232 x 7. Weight in Grams: 166.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Nova Science Pub Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634832328
ISBN
9781634832328
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 100.54
€ 76.94

Hardback. Editor(s): Vannier, Dominique. Num Pages: 119 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KJC; JKVP1; JPWL; JWXR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 158 x 15. Weight in Grams: 370.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
119
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781624178641
ISBN
9781624178641
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.92
€ 137.30

Paperback. This is the third book in an exciting series of child welfare books that features voices from the prairies. Child welfare is ultimately about the well-being of vulnerable children and families, and this book challenges us to re-examine--and sometimes to reconstruct--the core values of our profession and the methods we use. Editor(s): Fuchs, Don; McKay, Sharon; Brown, Ivan. Num Pages: 302 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: G; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 20. Weight in Grams: 512.
Publisher
University of Regina Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780889772786
ISBN
9780889772786
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 31.96

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