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Social welfare & social services
Paperback. European, demographic and social changes have called into question the financial stability and political support for existing national social insurance programmes. This book provides information about the cross-national differences and commonalities between social insurance schemes in Europe, and reflects upon their future roles. Editor(s): Clasen, Jochen. Num Pages: 304 pages, 3ill.5tabs. BIC Classification: 1D; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 150 x 216 x 26. Weight in Grams: 414.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861340542
- ISBN
- 9781861340542
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 37.39
€ 38.99
€ 37.39
Hardback. Children's Chances urges a shift from focusing on survival to targeting children's full and healthy development. Drawing on comparative data on policies in 190 countries designed to combat poverty, discrimination, child labor, illiteracy, and child marriage, Heymann and McNeill tell what works to ensure equal opportunities for all children. Num Pages: 408 pages, 37 maps, 23 tables. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JKSB1; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 31. Weight in Grams: 776.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674066816
- ISBN
- 9780674066816
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.73€ 52.48
€ 56.73
€ 52.48
Paperback.
The extraordinary rise of China is one of the greatest global stories of recent times. However, China's development has been described as uneven, uncoordinated, and unsustainable , and has now reached a critical turning point. Series: China Today. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 151 x 21. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Publisher
- Polity
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745680576
- ISBN
- 9780745680576
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.23
€ 23.23
Hardback. The extraordinary rise of China is one of the greatest global stories of recent times. However, China's development has been described as uneven, uncoordinated, and unsustainable , and has now reached a critical turning point. Series: China Today. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 165 x 23. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Polity Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745680569
- ISBN
- 9780745680569
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.16
€ 66.16
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
€ 13.00
€ 11.88
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
€ 33.99
€ 32.81
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
€ 33.99
€ 32.81
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
€ 37.99
€ 29.74
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
€ 95.82
€ 80.12
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
€ 52.05
€ 51.89
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
€ 40.99
€ 31.64
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
€ 60.12
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
€ 40.99
€ 38.74
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
€ 30.99
€ 30.87
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
€ 35.99
€ 35.03
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
€ 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
€ 40.99
€ 38.77
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
€ 98.07
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
€ 35.99
€ 35.30
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
€ 8.68