Social welfare & social services
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Social welfare & social services
Hardback. Deals with important social-science issues of law and legal control pertaining to disasters and hazards in a variety of contexts. This title includes: legal controls pertaining to disaster prevention, response, and mitigation; regulations and policies concerning hazardous conditions; and crime and the control thereof in post-disaster situations. Editor(s): Deflem, Mathieu. Series Editor(s): Deflem, Mathieu. Series: Sociology of Crime, Law & Deviance. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: JFFC; JKS; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780529141
- ISBN
- 9781780529141
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.36
€ 133.36
Paperback. Num Pages: 162 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 171 x 240 x 9. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Number of pages
- 168
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408252536
- ISBN
- 9781408252536
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.87
€ 36.87
Paperback. This text examines the connection between the decline of the orphanage and the rise of welfare. Matthew Crenson argues that the prehistory of the welfare system was played out not on the stage of national politics or class conflict but in the micropolitics of institutional management. Num Pages: 400 pages, 10 halftones, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLW3; JKSB1; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 225 x 144 x 25. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674005549
- ISBN
- 9780674005549
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 43.54
€ 51.99
€ 43.54
Hardcover. Editor(s): Clarke, Matthew. Num Pages: 224 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: GTJ; JKSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 183 x 20. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594549755
- ISBN
- 9781594549755
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 145.39€ 99.05
€ 145.39
€ 99.05
Paperback. Explores the heart and soul of a wildland firefighter. This book shows that these firefighters aren't adrenaline junkies or romantic heroes, as they're so often portrayed. Series: Fieldwork Encounters and Discoveries. Num Pages: 368 pages, 32 halftones, 1 line drawing. BIC Classification: JHMC; JKSW2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 146 x 224 x 24. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226144092
- ISBN
- 9780226144092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 25.52
€ 32.99
€ 25.52
Paperback. In the last twenty years, mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies have gained immense popularity as treatment options for various health and mental health concerns. This book brings together the top voices in social work and mindfulness-based treatments. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 174 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- New Harbinger Publications
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608828906
- ISBN
- 9781608828906
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.36€ 45.33
€ 70.36
€ 45.33
Paperback. This book provides the historical background to the rise of the Big Society. Voluntarism has evolved over the last hundred years to adapt to changing circumstances, drawing up new agendas, tackling old problems, and acting as an alternative to state provision and as a catalyst for further government action. Editor(s): Hilton, Matthew; McKay, James. Series: British Academy Original Paperbacks. Num Pages: 208 pages, one illustration. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; 3JMC; HBTB; JKSN1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780197264829
- ISBN
- 9780197264829
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.54
€ 28.54
Hardback. Presents the demographic information and outlines the problems and needs of an elderly population. This book describes the care and the principal providers of services. It features the coverage of various client problems, such as physical or mental health, caregiving, home and personal safety, senior living, and long-term care arrangements. Num Pages: 448 pages, 12 illus. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 817.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780231115865
- ISBN
- 9780231115865
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 82.08€ 62.66
€ 82.08
€ 62.66
Paperback. Filled with practical examples and real-life case studies to help students relate theory to practice, this text features all the major theorists and theories covered in early years courses, along with tips on where to find out more. Editor(s): Daly, Maureen; Taylor, Wendy. Series: Professional Development. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JMC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 263 x 196 x 11. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Publisher
- Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780435402136
- ISBN
- 9780435402136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.59
€ 54.59
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781446282779
- ISBN
- 9781446282779
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 37.27
€ 41.99
€ 37.27
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473942943
- ISBN
- 9781473942943
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.07
€ 35.07
Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, 3. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JHBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press New York
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KEX0228276
- ISBN
- 9780801488061
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Editor(s): Gordon, Maurice. Num Pages: 86 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSM; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Nova Science Pub Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781629488653
- ISBN
- 9781629488653
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 82.07€ 57.58
€ 82.07
€ 57.58
Paperback. This book provides a fresh, accessible and much-needed overview of a neglected and widely misunderstood area for students, academics, police and criminal justice officials, policy makers, politicians and for members of the public concerned about police use of fatal force. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: JFM; JKSW1; JKV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 15. Weight in Grams: 336.
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847424723
- ISBN
- 9781847424723
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 29.83
€ 30.99
€ 29.83
Paperback. Policing and corruption are inseparable. This book argues that corruption is not one thing but covers many deviant and criminal practices in policing which also shift over time. It rejects the 'bad apple' metaphor and focuses on 'bad orchards', meaning not individual but institutional failure. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFX; JKSW1; JKV. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843924104
- ISBN
- 9781843924104
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 43.89
€ 51.99
€ 43.89
Paperback. Series: CBT Distinctive Features. Num Pages: 168 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 120 x 186 x 7. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Number of pages
- 168
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415604048
- ISBN
- 9780415604048
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.48
€ 34.48
Hardback. Securing America's Future counters the attacks on Social Security, making clear that the system is not in crisis. The book calls for several changes, including Social Security's expansion, universal health care, and reforms that would enhance Social Security and make it even more beneficial for Americans. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 166 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742562431
- ISBN
- 9780742562431
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.00
€ 74.00
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Haymarket Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608466122
- ISBN
- 9781608466122
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 17.59
€ 21.99
€ 17.59
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780814756324
- ISBN
- 9780814756324
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 33.47
€ 33.99
€ 33.47
Paperback. Editor(s): McClelland, Alison; Smyth, Paul. Num Pages: 352 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBF; JKS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 191 x 20. Weight in Grams: 624.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195526868
- ISBN
- 9780195526868
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 78.97
€ 78.97