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Social welfare & social services

Hardback. This book represents a landmark consideration of the diverse meanings, causal foundations, and positive and negative consequences of social capital, with a particular focus on its role in mitigating or enhancing social inequalities. Editor(s): Kay, Fiona M.; Johnston, Richard. Series: Equality | Security | Community. Num Pages: 304 pages, 3 figures, 24 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFF; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 676.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774813099
ISBN
9780774813099
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.28

Paperback. The authors show how an innovative program - an unexpected partnership between an Aboriginal tribal council and the University of Victoria's School of Child and Youth Care - has strengthened community capacity to design and deliver culturally appropriate programs to support young children's development. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL9; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5969 x 4039 x 12. Weight in Grams: 227.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774812313
ISBN
9780774812313
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.49

Hardback. The authors show how an innovative program - an unexpected partnership between an Aboriginal tribal council and the University of Victoria's School of Child and Youth Care - has strengthened community capacity to design and deliver culturally appropriate programs to support young children's development. Num Pages: 304 pages, 4 b&w illustrations, 9 tables, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL9; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5969 x 4039 x 17. Weight in Grams: 331.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774812306
ISBN
9780774812306
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.28

Hardback. Is Canada becoming a more polarized society? Or is it a kind-hearted nation that takes care of its disadvantaged? Editor(s): Green, David A.; Kesselman, Jonathan R. Series: Equality | Security | Community. Num Pages: 480 pages, 60 figures, 55 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFC; JKS; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 835.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774812078
ISBN
9780774812078
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.28

Hardback. From UI to EI examines the history of Canada's unemployment insurance system and the rights it grants to the unemployed. Translator(s): Howard, Richard. Series: Law and Society. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 463.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774811224
ISBN
9780774811224
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.65

Hardback. Over the last twenty years, the feminist ethic of care has had a significant impact on the study of ethics and political philosophy. Hankivsky develops the concept of a publicly viable ethic of care, and applies it to several Canadian social policy issues. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JKS; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774810708
ISBN
9780774810708
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 113.05

Paperback. The author demonstrates how calls for family-friendly employment policies have met with inappropriate action on the part of successive governments. The text explains why federal governments have been able to implement employment equity policies, but failed to develop a national child care system. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFJ; JFSJ1; JHBL; JKSB1; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774808217
ISBN
9780774808217
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.36

Paperback. The book covers a spectrum of key concerns within the field of child and youth care in Canada, and presents an analysis that spans a variety of program areas. Editor(s): Denholm, Carey; Ferguson, Roy V.; Pence, Alan R. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJPN; 3JJPR; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774804233
ISBN
9780774804233
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.36

Paperback. This book reflects the complexity of ethical questions, but develops them in relation to a single general theme: that of the involvement of the elderly in the design of social policy and the research which affects them. Editor(s): Thornton, James E.; Winkler, Earl R. Num Pages: 540 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFME; JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5830 x 3895. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
540
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774803106
ISBN
9780774803106
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.36

Hardback. The issues associated with population ageing are already assuming prominence in OECD countries. This volume describes the modelling approaches and research, providing insights into how different countries are facing the challenges associated with population ageing. Editor(s): Harding, Ann; Gupta, Anil. Series: International Symposia in Economic Theory & Econometrics. Num Pages: 536 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 923.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United States
Number of pages
536
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762313433
ISBN
9780762313433
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.87

Hardback. "Research on Employment for Persons with Severe Mental Illness". Editor(s): Fisher, William H. Series: Research in Community & Mental Health S. Num Pages: 142 pages. BIC Classification: JKSM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 165 x 16. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United States
Number of pages
142
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780762311293
ISBN
9780762311293
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.99

Hardback. Successful social work practice is underpinned by knowledge, theories and research findings from a range of related disciplines, key among which is psychology. This timely book offers a grounded and engaging guide to psychology's vital role at the heart of contemporary social work practice. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 174 x 21. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745696300
ISBN
9780745696300
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.77

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

hardcover. Reflective practice is an essential skill for those working in health and social care, but why is it so vital and how can it be learned? As inter-disciplinary working becomes more common, finding shared ways of reflection on practice are becoming more and more important. Series: Key Themes in Health and Social Care. Num Pages: 188 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
188
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780745654232
ISBN
9780745654232
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.66

Hardback. Professionalism is a complex and highly disputed idea of crucial importance in a range of fields, not least health and social care. It can inspire people by reminding them of workplace ideals and the value of occupational expertise. Series: Key Themes in Health and Social Care. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; MBD; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 151 x 45. Weight in Grams: 342.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745653167
ISBN
9780745653167
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 60.16

Paperback. A substantial contribution to debates about 'globalisation' and the future of work for trade unionists, unemployed activists and students. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 figure. BIC Classification: 1D; JKSB; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 213 x 136 x 17. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745320311
ISBN
9780745320311
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.49

Paperback. In this fiercely critical study of Western aid giving, the authors offer a persuasive argument that recolonisation of the Third World has been carried out through the agencies of the International Banks. Series: Transnational Institute. Num Pages: 172 pages, 17 photos, 1 line. BIC Classification: 1QFG; JFFA; JKSN1; JKSR; KCM. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 135 x 0. Weight in Grams: 234.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745314617
ISBN
9780745314617
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 22.94

Paperback. A detailed analysis of policing in Northern Ireland, tracing the history of the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) since its origination in 1922, and the complex problems it faces today. Series: Contemporary Irish Studies. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; 3JJ; HBT; JKSW1; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 135 x 16. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745313931
ISBN
9780745313931
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.73

Paperback. Globalisation is creating a new politics of poverty: this book analyses the political and economic agenda behind humanitarian assistance. Num Pages: 202 pages, 8 maps/3 figures. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFC; JKSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 135 x 15. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
202
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780745312248
ISBN
9780745312248
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.72

Paperback. Designed as a text for students studying Social Work and Welfare. Offers differing methods of dealing with Welfare policies in different societies of the world. Num Pages: 288 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JKS; JPQB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 135 x 16. Weight in Grams: 362.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745309668
ISBN
9780745309668
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.62

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