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Beyond Resistance! Youth Activism and Community Change
. Ed(S): Noguera, Pedro A.; Ginwright, Shawn;...
Paperback. Highlights the detrimental impact of zero tolerance policies on young people's educational experience and well being. This volume offers insights into how to increase the effectiveness of youth development and education programs, and how to create responsive youth policies at the local, state, and federal level. Editor(s): Noguera, Pedro A.; Ginwright, Shawn; Cammarota, Julio. Series: Critical Youth Studies. Num Pages: 400 pages, 10 black & white tables, 1 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415952514
- ISBN
- 9780415952514
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.79
€ 64.79
Housing, Citizenship, and Communities for People with Serious Mental I...
. Ed(S): Nelson, Geoffrey; Sylvestre, John; A...
Paperback. Housing, Citizenship, and Communities for People with Serious Mental Illness provides the first comprehensive overview of the field. The book covers theory, research, practice, and policy issues related to the provision of housing and the supports that people rely on to get and keep their housing. Editor(s): Nelson, Geoffrey; Sylvestre, John; Aubry, Tim. Series: Advances in Community Psychology. Num Pages: 424 pages. BIC Classification: JFF; JFFJ; JKS; JKSM; JKSN; MBPK; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 592.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190265601
- ISBN
- 9780190265601
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 97.65
€ 97.65
hardcover. Editor(s): Mitchell, Olivia S.; Myers, Robert J.; Young, Howard. Series: Pension Research Council Publications. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 754.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812234794
- ISBN
- 9780812234794
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.92
€ 119.92
Paperback. Unique in its angle and in thebreadth of social issues it covers, Psychology, Law, and the Wellbeing of Children brings together new research and analyses to address how legal actions affect children's wellbeing. Editor(s): Miller, Monica K.; Chamberlain, Jared; Wingrove, Twila. Series: American Psychology-Law Society Series. Num Pages: 298 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKVQ2; JMC; LN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199934218
- ISBN
- 9780199934218
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 115.49
€ 115.49
paperback. Examines the realities of social inequality, providing critical analyses of contemporary issues at the center of national debate homelessness, the underclass, poverty, welfare, unemployment, health and mental health care, and gender and intercultural relations. Editor(s): Lykes, M. Brinton; Banuazizi, Ali; Liem, Ramsay (Professor of Psychology, Boston College, USA); Morris, Michael (Professor of Psychology, University of New Haven, USA). Num Pages: 416 pages, 2 tables, 3 figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFF; JFS; JKS; JMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Temple University Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781566394222
- ISBN
- 9781566394222
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.85
€ 40.85
The Cultures of Caregiving. Conflict and Common Ground Among Families,...
. Ed(S): Levine, Carol; Murray, Thomas H.
Hardback. , Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health; Rick Surpin, Independence Care System. Editor(s): Levine, Carol; Murray, Thomas H. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801878633
- ISBN
- 9780801878633
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 55.44
€ 55.44
Paperback. Editor(s): Levin, Yuval; Merrill, Thomas W.; Schulman, Adam. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRLM; JKS; JPQB; MBDC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Lexington Books United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780739141601
- ISBN
- 9780739141601
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.50
€ 71.50
Paperback. Editor(s): LEGS. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148 x 14. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Practical Action Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853398612
- ISBN
- 9781853398612
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.33
€ 32.33
Taking Supervision Forward: Enquiries and Trends in Counselling and Ps...
. Ed(S): Lawton, Barbara; Feltham, Colin
paperback. Evaluates supervisory structures and practices in the light of contemporary research and experiences. This book provides counsellors and psychotherapists with a considered examination of the supervision process and draws attention to those aspects of supervision that may benefit from critical analysis and reform. Editor(s): Lawton, Barbara; Feltham, Colin. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Sage Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780761960102
- ISBN
- 9780761960102
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.04
€ 61.04
Home Ownership and Social Inequality in Comparative Perspective
. Ed(S): Kurz, Karin; Blossfeld, Hans-Peter
Hardback. This cross-national comparative study analyzes the relationship between social inequality and the attainment of home ownership over the life course in 12 countries. Editor(s): Kurz, Karin; Blossfeld, Hans-Peter. Series: Studies in Social Inequality. Num Pages: 408 pages, 79 tables, 32 figures. BIC Classification: JKSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 26. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804748513
- ISBN
- 9780804748513
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.65
€ 94.65
Paperback. Child Health: A Population Perspective examines both the history of child health and the three dynamics that most define it: the principles and dynamics between children, families, and communities; social determinants of health; and life course health development. Editor(s): Kuo, Alice A.; Coller, Ryan J.; Stewart-Brown, Prof. Sarah; Blair, Dr. Mitch. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB1; MBN; MBX; MJW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 159 x 236 x 27. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199309375
- ISBN
- 9780199309375
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 115.99
€ 115.99
Paperback. Editor(s): Kimbel, Tyler M.; Levitt, Dana Heller. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: J; JKSN; JKSN2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 227 x 159 x 10. Weight in Grams: 244.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190603724
- ISBN
- 9780190603724
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.42
€ 59.42
The Cultic Milieu. Oppositional Subcultures in an Age of Globalization...
. Ed(S): Kaplan, Jeffrey; Loow, Helene
Paperback. In 1972, sociologist Colin Campbell posited a cultic milieu, an underground region where true seekers test hidden, forgotten, and forbidden knowledge. Ideas and allegiances within the milieu change as individuals move between loosely organized groups. This work explores Campbell's theory. Editor(s): Kaplan, Jeffrey; Loow, Helene. Num Pages: 360 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFC; JFSV; JKSW2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 22. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759102040
- ISBN
- 9780759102040
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.74
€ 68.74
The Cultic Milieu. Oppositional Subcultures in an Age of Globalization...
. Ed(S): Kaplan, Jeffrey; Loow, Helene
Hardback. In 1972, sociologist Colin Campbell posited a cultic milieu, an underground region where true seekers test hidden, forgotten, and forbidden knowledge. Ideas and allegiances within the milieu change as individuals move between loosely organized groups. This work explores Campbell's theory. Editor(s): Kaplan, Jeffrey; Loow, Helene. Num Pages: 360 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFC; JFSV; JKSW2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- AltaMira Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759102033
- ISBN
- 9780759102033
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 171.51
€ 171.51
Improving Children's Mental Health Through Parent Empowerment
. Ed(S): Jensen, Peter Steen; Hoagwood, Kimbe...
Paperback. This book is an essential guide for parent advisors and counsellors, to helping parents take charge of their children's mental health care. Editor(s): Jensen, Peter Steen; Hoagwood, Kimberly Eaton. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSM; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195320909
- ISBN
- 9780195320909
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.78
€ 69.78
Experiments Investigating Fundraising and Charitable Contributors
. Ed(S): Isaac, R.M.; Davis, Douglas D.
Hardback. Consists of nine papers that use experimental and theoretical tools to examine issues pertaining to charitable auctions and fundraising. This volume explores themes such as the structure of charity auctions, charity lotteries, fund drives, and more. It explores the structure of different fundraising and charitable programs. Editor(s): Isaac, R.M.; Davis, Douglas D. Series: Research in Experimental Economics. Num Pages: 260 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762313013
- ISBN
- 9780762313013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 174.26
€ 174.26
Paperback. Drawing on advances in the social sciences, this book shows how rigorous, theory-based empirical research can help improve the management of public policies and programs - and how better governance can lead to better performance. It shows how more sophisticated research in public management can help improve government performance. Editor(s): Heinrich, Carolyn J.; Lynn, Laurence E. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBC; JKSB; JP; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 155 x 228 x 20. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780878407996
- ISBN
- 9780878407996
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.57
€ 74.57
Hardback. A common criticism of care ethics is that its scope is too narrow, and that it doesn't extend to issues of social justice. This book attempts to dispel that criticism. Contributors to this volume demonstrate how the ethics of care is at work in a variety of social policies and institutions. Editor(s): Hamington, Maurice; Miller, Dorothy C. Series: Feminist Constructions. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JKS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742550391
- ISBN
- 9780742550391
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.75
€ 170.75
Paperback. The stories in this anthology emerged from interviews with women and young people about their experiences of intervention when they were escaping a situation of abuse, neglect and/or sexual exploitation. They come from the research project "Cultural Encounters in Intervention Against Violence (CEINAV)" in four countries Editor(s): Hagemann-White, Carol; Grafe, Bianca. Num Pages: 350 pages, with illustrations (b&w). BIC Classification: JFFE; JFSL1; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 170. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Verlag Barbara Budrich Germany
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783847420439
- ISBN
- 9783847420439
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 40.89
€ 48.99
€ 40.89
Paperback. In Perspectives on Aid and Development a distinguished group of policy experts offer perspectives on the lessons learned from development experience and how these lessons have been translated into new thinking on aid and development issues. Editor(s): Gwin, Catherine; Nelson, Joan M. Series: Policy Essay. Num Pages: 108 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSR; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 204.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Overseas Development Council,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 108
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781565170070
- ISBN
- 9781565170070
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.85
€ 31.85