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Paperback. This text offers experiences of aid providers in war-torn societies to show that international assistance often reinforces divisions. It calls for a redesign of assistance programmes, and argues that opportunities exist for aid workers to support the processes by which societies disengage from war. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSR; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 254.
Publisher
Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781555878344
ISBN
9781555878344
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.07

Paperback. This book examines how women experiencing domestic violence employ strategies of resistance and survival, and how narrative therapy helps them define their identities and resist abuse. It demonstrates how an understanding of this resistance can help practitioners effectively intervene and support these women in transitions from abuse to safety. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 151 x 11. Weight in Grams: 224.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051903
ISBN
9781849051903
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.77

Paperback. Social class in later life: Power, identity and lifestyle provides the most up-to-date collection of new and emerging research relevant to contemporary debates on the relationship between class, culture, and later life. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Bristol University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447300571
ISBN
9781447300571
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 39.49

Paperback. A nostalgic look at the long-gone days of the bobby on the beat Num Pages: 256 pages, 8pp. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; BM; JKSW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126 x 18. Weight in Grams: 184.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751547771
ISBN
9780751547771
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.65

Hardback. Editor(s): Sparks, Marty. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB1; LNPN; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634836753
ISBN
9781634836753
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 198.16
€ 147.69

Paperback. Drawing on powerful first-hand accounts, this book explores the fears experienced when working in child protection, mental health, and with marginalized groups of people, and suggests how these fears can be understood and managed. The author provides helpful suggestions for good practice and training. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 263.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Number of pages
168
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843101802
ISBN
9781843101802
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 39.54

Paperback. Martin Ringer, an internationally known consultant and writer on group psychology, here outlines techniques for understanding groups that will be relevant to those who lead teams in any setting. The result is an accessible guide both to leading a group, and to understanding the necessary dynamics that will result in the best team-work. Num Pages: 304 pages, appendix, references, index. BIC Classification: JFS; JKS; JMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100287
ISBN
9781843100287
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.38

Paperback. Martin Preib is an officer in the Chicago Police Department - a beat cop whose first assignment as a rookie policeman was working on the wagon that picks up the dead. Inspired by Preib's daily life on the job, this title chronicles the outer and inner lives of both a Chicago cop and the city itself. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; BM; JKSW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 215 x 11. Weight in Grams: 222.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226679822
ISBN
9780226679822
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 18.94

paperback. This classic text provides the first comprehensive examination of the social policy of New Labour. It compares and contrasts current policy areas with both the Old Left and the New Right and applies the concept of the 'third way' to both individual policy areas and broader cross-cutting themes. Num Pages: 368 pages, 2figs.14tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JKS; JPFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 148. Weight in Grams: 518.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9781861341518
ISBN
9781861341518
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 34.59

paperback. Evaluating New Labour's welfare reforms builds on the analysis of bestselling 'New Labour, New Welfare State?' (The Policy Press, 1999) to examine the Government's welfare policies to the end of its first term. It moves beyond a descriptive account to provide an evaluative perspective on New Labour's welfare reforms. Editor(s): Powell, Martin. Num Pages: 272 pages, 17tabs. BIC Classification: 1DB; JKS; JPFF; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861343352
ISBN
9781861343352
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.79

Paperback. This book, the third in Martin Powell's New Labour trilogy, analyses the legacy of Tony Blair's government for social policy, focusing on the extent to which it has changed the UK welfare state. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 161 x 18. Weight in Grams: 476.
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847420398
ISBN
9781847420398
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 34.48

Paperback. Filled with practical examples, this book examines all issues experienced by couples including sexual difficulties, infidelity, violence and abuse. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 170 x 11. Weight in Grams: 358.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848600492
ISBN
9781848600492
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.18

Paperback. It is generally accepted that Social Security must be reformed, but there is little agreement on what should be done to reform the program. This book looks at the social pension reforms of 12 other countries, assesses the US Social Security program, and evaluates how these twelve models inform opportunities for adaptation of the system. Num Pages: 384 pages, graphs, charts, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS; KFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 150 x 30. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1 New
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324259
ISBN
9780881324259
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 22.04

paperback. Distress can be thought of as 'psychopathology', a thing to be diagnosed, treated and cured. This mindset leads professionals to develop manualised forms of 'treatment' for specific 'disorders' which can leave clients feeling depersonalised and unheard. Authors explore human distress and consider ways in which therapy can create meaning and hope. Editor(s): Milton, Martin. Num Pages: 146 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 154 x 10. Weight in Grams: 280. Very good copy showing minor age and wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
PCCS Books U.K.
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KMK0026009
ISBN
9781906254377
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 5.12

Hardcover. Therapy and Beyond: Counselling Psychology Contributions toTherapeutic and Social Issues presents an overview of theorigins, current practices, and potential future of the disciplineof counselling psychology. Editor(s): Milton, Martin. Num Pages: 346 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 642.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
346
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470715475
ISBN
9780470715475
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.01

Paperback. Therapy and Beyond: Counselling Psychology Contributions toTherapeutic and Social Issues presents an overview of theorigins, current practices, and potential future of the disciplineof counselling psychology. Editor(s): Milton, Martin. Num Pages: 346 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 514.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
346
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470715482
ISBN
9780470715482
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.32

Paperback. A revised and updated edition of this introduction to social welfare in contemporary Britain. It considers the central questions which have emerged from the break-up of the post-war political consensus around the welfare state and explores the different political and theoretical issues involved. Editor(s): Loney, Martin; Bocock, Robert; Clarke, John H.; Cochrane, Allan Douglas; Graham, Peggotty A. M.; Wilson, Michael J. Series: Published in Association with the Open University. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJP; HBTB; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 431. "Includes bibliographical references and index. Commissioning organisation: edited by Martin Loney . [et al.]. 360 p. ill. 23 cm. Associated Names: Loney, Martin,. Associated Dates: 1944-. Paperback. As new. 2nd ed." Keywords: "Business, Finance & Law - Careers - Community Services,History - Social & Economic History - Health & Welfare,Subjects - Business, Finan"
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Sage Publications Ltd
Edition
Second
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0161869
ISBN
9780803986428
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 162 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, 5 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT; MQT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 156 x 233 x 10. Weight in Grams: 270.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415854610
ISBN
9780415854610
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 39.49

Hardback. This book provides, for the first time, an accessible overview of how population ageing and globalisation - two of the most radical social transformations that have occurred - interact. Series: Ageing in a Global Context. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JHBD; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Bristol University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447322276
ISBN
9781447322276
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 95.99

Paperback. Targeting working with children and their families in the context of their daily lives, this edition has been expanded and revised to address cross-cultural issues in greater depth, family mentoring and specific teenage issues. Num Pages: 360 pages, 12 illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBK; JKSB1; JKSN; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 142 x 20. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854333308
ISBN
9781854333308
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.76

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