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Paperback. John McLeod's book is the only comprehensive guide to the range of qualitative methods used in counselling and psychotherapy. This timely new edition incorporates the last decade of developments in qualitative research methods with eight new chapters, new case studies and enchanced pedagogy throughout. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 171 x 20. Weight in Grams: 598.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849200622
ISBN
9781849200622
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.25

paperback. Exploring the relationships between qualitative research and social change, this bookasks how social change is informed and influenced by research. Examples discussed are from research practice and experiences in the fields of sociology, social work, professional practice, education, criminal justice and anthropology." Editor(s): Cox, P.; Geisen, Thomas. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JHB; JHBC; JKSN; YQS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 305.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
1st ed. 2008
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349358991
ISBN
9781349358991
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.95

Paperback. This comprehensive, expanded third edition offers a sophisticated introduction to qualitative methods based upon six major approaches: ethnography, grounded theory, case study, narrative, phenomenological, and participatory action research. Series: Sage Sourcebooks for the Human Services. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: GPS; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 235 x 21. Weight in Grams: 478.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781452256702
ISBN
9781452256702
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 191.52

Hardcover. Offers a theoretical and empirical perspective on the value, potential and contribution that qualitative research methodologies bring to the analysis of housing policy issues within an international context. This book also includes discussion of specific methodological challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by researchers. Editor(s): Maginn, Paul J.; Tonts, Matthew; Thompson, Susan M. Series: Studies in Qualitative Methodology. Num Pages: 180 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781846639906
ISBN
9781846639906
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.91

Paperback. Series: Understanding Qualitative Research. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSR; JKSW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 143 x 13. Weight in Grams: 250.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199796175
ISBN
9780199796175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.72

Hardcover. * The first comprehensive and authoritative analysis of the New Deal for Young People, introduced by the Labour Government in the UK in 1998. * Considers how the New Deal has responded to diverse conditions in local labour markets across the UK. Series: RGS-IBG Book Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 30. BIC Classification: JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 560.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405107853
ISBN
9781405107853
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.61

Hardback. Editor(s): Mougeot, Luc. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSR; JPVH; JPWH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Practical Action Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853399589
ISBN
9781853399589
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 121.73

hardcover. A step-by-step guide to the emotional work parents must do to make their divorce a success for themselves and their children. The authors present practical instructions for conflict resolution and illustrate the importance of co-operation in divorce. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB; VFVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 425.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
74th ed.
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802042170
ISBN
9780802042170
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 63.04

Paperback. Packed with tools and ideas to enhance analytical thinking when making child and family assessments, this book covers every stage of the assessment process. It addresses planning, hypothesising, involving children, and making, recording and reviewing decisions. This third edition has been updated to reflect policy changes and new research findings. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 173. .
Publisher
National Children's Bureau
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781909391239
ISBN
9781909391239
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.20

Paperback. This book demonstrates how puppetry and associated art forms such as singing and story-telling can be used to nurture and support connections with people with dementia. Strategies for using puppetry in daily care are suggested and step-by-step instructions for making the puppets are included. Num Pages: 264 pages, 22 black and white and 8 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 390.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849053921
ISBN
9781849053921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.65

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226113852
ISBN
9780226113852
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.03
€ 79.61

Paperback. In sheer numbers, no form of government control comes close to the police stop. Police stops are among the most frequently criticized incidences of racial profiling, and studies have shown that minorities are pulled over at higher rates. This book deftly traces the strange history of the investigatory police stop. Series: Chicago Series in Law and Society. Num Pages: 272 pages, 24 line drawings, 13 tables. BIC Classification: JFSL; JKSW1; JPVH1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 374.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226113999
ISBN
9780226113999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 27.05

Paperback. This book analyses the key debates about the role that inspection plays in increasing public accountability and encouraging service improvement. Contributors describe current inspection methods across the key public sectors, and examine the underlying issues and tensions associated with public services inspection. Editor(s): Davis, Howard; Martin, Steve. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 246.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105275
ISBN
9781843105275
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.82

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230295414
ISBN
9780230295414
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.44

Paperback. Provides an analysis of public protection and criminal justice. This book explores the concept of 'dangerousness' and its application to criminal justice. It is a practical and useful reference for students and academics working in the area. It is also a useful reference for probation officers, police officers and policy makers. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSW1; JKV; LNFX5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 384.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199289431
ISBN
9780199289431
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.70

Hardback. Num Pages: 308 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 27 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GTJ; JKSN; JPP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 21. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137462688
ISBN
9781137462688
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.59

Paperback. 'Community' continues to attract the attention of policy makers and scholars. Taking account of changes since the publication of the first edition, this new edition explores the challenges of empowering communities and assesses the lessons for policy and practice of community-based approaches to social disadvantage and exclusion. Series: Public Policy and Politics. Num Pages: 376 pages, 4 black & white tables, 13 figures. BIC Classification: JFS; JKS; JPQB; RP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 217 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 466.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
376
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd ed. 2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230242654
ISBN
9780230242654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.36

paperback. Containing essays from leading feminist academics, and social activists, Public Policy for Women addresses important public policy issues that fail to address women's needs. Editor(s): Cohen, Marjorie Griffin; Pulkingham, Jane. Series: Studies in Comparative Political Economy and Public Policy. Num Pages: 384 pages, 20 figures. BIC Classification: JKS; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 29. Weight in Grams: 635.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780802095008
ISBN
9780802095008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 40.96

Containing essays from leading feminist academics, and social activists, Public Policy for Women addresses important public policy issues that fail to address women's needs. Editor(s): Cohen, Marjorie Griffin; Pulkingham, Jane. Series: Studies in Comparative Political Economy and Public Policy. Num Pages: 384 pages, 20 figures. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 164 x 32. Weight in Grams: 760.
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802093325
ISBN
9780802093325
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 98.73

Hardback. This book assesses financing strategies in Latin America and the Caribbean, in pursuance of the United Nations' millennium development goals (MDGs) and their achievement in 2015. It looks at how to make public policies more conducive to support sustained growth and reduce the still widespread poverty and inequality in the region Editor(s): Lofgren, Hans; Diaz-Bonilla, Carolina; Sanchez, Marco; Vos, Rob; Ganuza, Enrique. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; JKS; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 146 x 28. Weight in Grams: 604. Achieving the Millennium Development Goals in Latin America. 424 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Lofgren, Hans; Diaz-Bonilla, Carolina; Sanchez, Marco; Vos, Rob; Ganuza, Enrique. This book assesses financing strategies in Latin America and the Caribbean, in pursuance of the United Nations' millennium development goals (MDGs) and their achievement in 2015. It looks at how to make public policies more conducive to support sustained growth and reduce the still widespread poverty and inequality in the region. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KL; JKS; KCM. Dimension: 216 x 146 x 28. Weight: 604.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
424
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2010 ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230247765
ISBN
9780230247765
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.28
€ 20.68

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