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Social welfare & social services

Hardcover. After a multi-decade hiatus, it appears that nuclear power again may become a viable option for new electrical generation facilities in the United States. Due to regulations, every utility that operates a nuclear power plant will require risk and reliability assessment. Num Pages: 504 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; PN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 30. Weight in Grams: 818.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470907566
ISBN
9780470907566
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 149.92

Paperback. Written for the hard-pressed manager of social care, Leading Good Care cuts through the obstructions of red tape and procedures to focus on task, role and practice. Managers will discover in this book understanding, inspiration, confidence and the authority to lead their service. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 151 x 18. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849055512
ISBN
9781849055512
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.44

Paperback. aeo Offers concise overview of the events and issues in post--war welfare provision. aeo Incorporates a great deal of new research and the recently available primary sources. aeo Provides historical perspective on current political debates. aeo Offers concise overview of the events and issues in post--war welfare provision. Series: Historical Association Studies. Num Pages: 192 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBLW; JFF; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 208.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631171928
ISBN
9780631171928
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.62

Paperback. This study argues that child abandonment was common among all classes and morally acceptable from antiquity until the Renaissance. Using a variety of sources, Boswell examines the evidence, presenting a history of the abandoned child and illustrating the changing meaning of family. Num Pages: 506 pages, 17 halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; HBTB; JFSP1; JHBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 135 x 29. Weight in Grams: 554.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Number of pages
506
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226067124
ISBN
9780226067124
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.74

Paperback. Pastors John Baker and Johnny Baker will help you continue the Celebrate Recovery journey with four new participant's guides that cover 25 lessons. The purpose of these new lessons is to help people to grow and maintain momentum as they continue to move forward in their recoveries. Series: Celebrate Recovery Series. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: HRCV; JKSM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 271 x 6. Weight in Grams: 100.
Publisher
Zondervan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780310083238
ISBN
9780310083238
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.68

Paperback. This major new book provides, for the first time, a detailed evaluation of policies on poverty and social exclusion since 1997, and their effects. Bringing together leading experts in the field, it considers the challenges the government has faced, the policies chosen and the targets set in order to assess results. Editor(s): Hills, John; Stewart, Kitty. Series: Case Studies on Poverty, Place and Policy. Num Pages: 408 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 239 x 23. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861345776
ISBN
9781861345776
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 35.30

Hardback. This unique perspective on the academia-society nexus is the first cross-national comparative study on academic engagement in social policy formulation. Editor(s): Gal, John; Weiss-Gal, Idit. Num Pages: 276 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JPP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447320197
ISBN
9781447320197
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.07

paperback. This book is the first comprehensive exploration of an issue of growing importance to policy makers, academics, practitioners and students. It brings together contributions from prominent scholars to provide a range of theoretical perspectives, analysis and research about the role of housing and urban governance in addressing anti-social behaviour. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSB; LNFR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 546.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346841
ISBN
9781861346841
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.77

hardcover. Changing Scotland uses longitudinal data from the British Household Panel Survey to improve our knowledge and understanding of the impact of devolution on the lives of people in Scotland. It is the first time that BHPS data has been used in this way. Editor(s): Ermisch, John F.; Wright, Robert E. Num Pages: 328 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; JKS; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861345936
ISBN
9781861345936
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.07

Paperback. Social inclusion and participation have become policy mantras in the UK and Europe. As these concepts are being translated into policies and practice, it is a critical time to examine their interpretation, implementation and impacts. This book asks how far and in what way social inclusion policies are meeting the needs of children and young people. Editor(s): Tisdall, Kay; Davis, John; Hill, Malcolm; Prout, Alan. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 15. Weight in Grams: 416.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346629
ISBN
9781861346629
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 35.03

Paperback. The parenting of teenagers has emerged as a key public, political and social concern in recent years and Supporting Parents of Teenagers meets the growing need for relevant resources and research findings in this area. This handbook provides a review of current policy developments, from crime and disorder legislation to youth offending teams. Editor(s): Coleman, John; Roker, Debi. Num Pages: 224 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JHBK; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 335.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853029448
ISBN
9781853029448
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.87

Paperback. How welfare states influence population health and health inequalities has long been debated, but less well-tested by empirical research. This book presents an empirical evidence of the effects of Swedish welfare state structures and policies on the lives of Swedish citizens. It is useful for researchers, students and practitioners in the field. Editor(s): Fritzell, Johan; Lundberg, Olle. Series: Health & Society S. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 173 x 21. Weight in Grams: 452.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New title
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861347572
ISBN
9781861347572
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.74

Hardcover. Unlike many formal professions, foundation grantmaking is a calling with no training programs and little definitive literature on the latest and best practices. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1; KFF; KJVX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 26. Weight in Grams: 652.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787952389
ISBN
9780787952389
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 60.12

Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, 2 line drawings. BIC Classification: CFG; JFFE1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 200 x 15. Weight in Grams: 311.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226044262
ISBN
9780226044262
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.64

Paperback. A complete set of tools for analyzing any social problem. Num Pages: 350 pages. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 211 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
W. W. Norton & Company
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393283419
ISBN
9780393283419
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.05
€ 51.89

Hardback. Lays out the underlying logic of contemporary poverty governance in the United States. This book argues that poverty governance - how social welfare policy choices get made, how authority gets exercised, and how collective pursuits get organized - has been transformed in the United States by two significant developments. Series: Chicago Studies in American Politics. Num Pages: 384 pages, 45 line drawings, 1 map, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFA; JKS; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226768762
ISBN
9780226768762
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 95.82
€ 80.12

Paperback. Lays out the underlying logic of contemporary poverty governance in the United States. This book argues that poverty governance - how social welfare policy choices get made, how authority gets exercised, and how collective pursuits get organized - has been transformed in the United States by two significant developments. Series: Chicago Studies in American Politics. Num Pages: 384 pages, 45 line drawings, 1 map, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFA; JKS; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226768779
ISBN
9780226768779
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.74

Paperback. Growing interest in the social and therapeutic value of horticulture, has produced little evidence that demonstrates outcomes for vulnerable groups, including those with learning difficulties and mental health problems. This report addresses the gap in knowledge and presents the findings of the first study of horticulture projects across the UK. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKS; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 211 x 11. Weight in Grams: 394.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861347251
ISBN
9781861347251
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.81

Paperback. Until now little published work has focused on how horticulture and gardening can help to promote social inclusion for vulnerable groups. This guide looks at the ways in which social and therapeutic horticulture projects can help foster independence, build self esteem and provide training and employment opportunities for vulnerable groups. Num Pages: 72 pages, col. Illustrations, col. ports. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 295 x 210 x 4. Weight in Grams: 220.
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
Spi
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861347268
ISBN
9781861347268
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.81

Paperback. For over 20 years Joe Carter has worked for the police as an undercover cop. He worked alongside the most dangerous criminals. This book explores the resilience needed to lead a double life, the thrilling challenge of working with the biggest criminals in Britain, and maintaining a sense of justice through the many adventures he encounters. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPR; 3JM; BM; BTC; JKSW1; JKVF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 30. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Cornerstone
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784753443
ISBN
9781784753443
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.88

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