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Paperback. A practical approach to understanding social work concepts in action that integrates theory and practice In this updated edition of the classic social work text, students and instructors have access to real-world demonstrations of how social work theories and concepts can be applied in practice. Editor(s): LeCroy, Craig Winston. Num Pages: 432 pages, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 29. Weight in Grams: 624.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118128343
ISBN
9781118128343
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.79

Hardback. Series: Difference Incorporated. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFA; JKSB; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 148 x 223 x 19. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780816693474
ISBN
9780816693474
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 101.88

Paperback. Presents an ethnographic reflection on foreign migration, mental health, and cultural translation in Italy. This book addresses the legal, therapeutic, and moral techniques of recognition and cultural translation that emerge in response to these social uncertainties. Num Pages: 304 pages, 6 black and white. BIC Classification: 1DST; JFFN; JHMC; JKSM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 18. Weight in Grams: 426.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520276666
ISBN
9780520276666
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.35

Hardback. In June 1976 political demonstrations in the black township of Soweto exploded into an insurrection that would continue sporadically and spread to urban areas across South Africa. This title sets out to demonstrate that liquor outlets were not simply convenient symbols of oppression. Editor(s): Crush, Jonathan; Ambler, Charles H. Num Pages: 447 pages, Maps, notes. BIC Classification: JFF; JHM; JKS; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 33. Weight in Grams: 894.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Ohio University Press United States
Number of pages
447
Condition
New
SKU
V9780821410271
ISBN
9780821410271
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 76.58

Hardcover. A history of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield system, America's largest and oldest health insurer, from its beginnings to the 1990s. It draws on company archives and shows how its management has pursued the goal of health care coverage over seven decades of social and economic change. Num Pages: 328 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JKSW; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 161 x 27. Weight in Grams: 703.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Northern Illinois University Press United States
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780875802244
ISBN
9780875802244
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.15

Hardcover. Answers to the 12 most common and critical questions about corporate giving In this groundbreaking resource, Weeden shows how to strategically plan, manage and evaluate corporate contributions. Num Pages: 288 pages, , black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKSN1; KJMV1; KJR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 482.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470873632
ISBN
9780470873632
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 32.54

Hardcover. Despite the rapid disappearance of pensions and health-care benefits for retirees, older people are healthier and better off. This book analyzes the foundations of disability decline, quantifies this phenomenon in economic terms, and proposes what might be done to accelerate future improvements in the health of our most elderly populations. Editor(s): Cutler, David; Wise, David A. Series: National Bureau of Economic Research Conference Report. Num Pages: 336 pages, 100 line drawings, 124 tables. BIC Classification: JKSG; KCQ; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226132310
ISBN
9780226132310
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.69
€ 120.86

Hardback. Num Pages: 312 pages, 3 figures. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 184 x 257 x 20. Weight in Grams: 732.
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231159821
ISBN
9780231159821
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.07
€ 51.02

Paperback. A concise overview of the policy practice information social workers need to advocate for policy changes within an organization and at local, state, and national levels Given the nature of their work, social workers must understand social problems and the ways social welfare policies are established. Series: Essentials of Social Work Practice. Num Pages: 222 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 217 x 15. Weight in Grams: 264.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
222
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471752202
ISBN
9780471752202
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.30

Paperback. Latin America is a profoundly philanthropic region with deeply rooted traditions of solidarity with the less fortunate. This volume brings together groundbreaking perspectives on such diverse themes as corporate philanthropy, immigrant networks, and new grant-making and operating foundations with corporate, family, and community origins. Editor(s): Portocarrero, Felipe. Series: David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies. Num Pages: 390 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; JHM; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 29. Weight in Grams: 768.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Harvard University Press Massachusetts
Number of pages
390
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674019652
ISBN
9780674019652
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.70

Hardback. Where do concepts such as "welfare state" and "social security" come from and how has their meaning changed over time?. This edited collection, written by a cross-disciplinary group of leading social policy researchers, analyses the concepts and language used to make sense of contemporary social policy. Editor(s): Beland, Daniel; Petersen, Klaus. Num Pages: 344 pages. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Bristol University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447306443
ISBN
9781447306443
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.19

Paperback. Focusing on the basic skills that facilitate communication in therapy (empathy, respect, authenticity and confrontation) and methods of using them, this book aims to enable therapists and counselors to empathize in a caring way, become receptive in a warm, respectful and nonjudgmental way, and share feelings with clients in a natural, open manner. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 650.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787948061
ISBN
9780787948061
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.53

Paperback. This volume explores the strategies available to non-governmental organizations in order to enhance their development work. It reviews appropriate development programmes, plus the likely problems to be encountered in each, and relates them to a range of specific case studies. Editor(s): Edwards, Michael. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JKSN1; JKSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 408. Library markings to spine, with usual markings inside. However, remains in a good to very good condition
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Routledge
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KI20000612
ISBN
9781853831447
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Designed for the generalist practice course, this book uses students' own experiences rather than abstract discussion to build competency and professional identity. Full of rich case examples and exercises, the book lets students visualize and carry out skills in an applied, experimental way. Num Pages: 420 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 271 x 215 x 26. Weight in Grams: 866.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
396
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470551707
ISBN
9780470551707
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 96.76

Paperback. A second revised edition of this text, originally published in 1984. The author shows professionals working with divorcing families how to resolve custody disputes fairly and efficiently, without protracted courtroom battles, demonstrating ways of co-operating and negotiating that will reduce tensions and help arrive at a final mediation agreement. Num Pages: 416 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 556.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
Revised Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787940515
ISBN
9780787940515
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.28

Paperback. Pocketbook guide for social workers for developing key skills in structuring, presenting and writing clear and professional reports. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: CBWT; JKS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 212 x 149 x 13. Weight in Grams: 196.
Publisher
Open University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780335261802
ISBN
9780335261802
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.31

Paperback. Reveals why millions are actually poorer because of aid, unable to escape corruption and reduced, in the West's eyes, to a childlike state of beggary. In this book, the author shows how, with access to capital and with the right policies, even the poorest nations can turn themselves around. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; JKSR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 132 x 13. Weight in Grams: 160.
Edition
01st Edition
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141031187
ISBN
9780141031187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.73

Hardback. Providing a new cross-national and international narrative on how global competition has reshaped welfare states this book captures the complexity of social policy reform process that have taken place over the past 25 years. Editor(s): Horsfall, Dan; Hudson, John. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JPB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447326274
ISBN
9781447326274
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.73

Paperback. Illuminates federal welfare reform study findings and offers advice for policymakers. This book provides a picture of how welfare reform affected the poor and gives policy makers some direction in how to improve the lives of the poor. Num Pages: 194 pages, 21 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Northern Illinois University Press United States
Number of pages
194
Condition
New
SKU
V9780875806273
ISBN
9780875806273
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.83

Paperback. Series: Parenting Matters. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 132 x 8. Weight in Grams: 160.
Publisher
British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907585609
ISBN
9781907585609
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 14.37

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