Society & culture: general
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Society & culture: general
Hardcover. This book examines theories and specific experiences of international migration and social transformation, with special reference to the effects of neo-liberal globalization on four societies with vastly different historical and cultural characteristics: South Korea, Australia, Turkey and Mexico. Editor(s): Castles, Stephen; Ozkul, Derya; Cubas, Magdalena. Series: Migration, Diasporas and Citizenship. Num Pages: 341 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFN; JFS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 145 x 24. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137474940
- ISBN
- 9781137474940
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.55
€ 67.55
Hardback. A series of stories, ideas, and insights into the social dynamics of change within rural Canada that help communities forge new ways of understanding and relating to each other and to the broader world. Editor(s): Parkins, John R.; Reed, Maureen G. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774823807
- ISBN
- 9780774823807
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.64
€ 107.64
Paperback. A series of stories, ideas, and insights into the social dynamics of change within rural Canada that help communities forge new ways of understanding and relating to each other and to the broader world. Editor(s): Parkins, John R.; Reed, Maureen G. Num Pages: 428 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSF; JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 27. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 428
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774823814
- ISBN
- 9780774823814
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.59
€ 40.99
€ 36.59
Hardback. Prompted by the 25th anniversary of the Soviet collapse, this volume reflects on revolutions and transformations around the collapse of the Soviet Bloc, the political transformations after 9/11, the important changes following the global economic crisis, and the revolutionary transformations of India and China. Editor(s): Hrubec, Director of the Centre of Global Studies in the Institute of Philosophy Marek (Czech Academy of Sciences). BIC Classification: JFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 163 x 16. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781474415347
- ISBN
- 9781474415347
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.96€ 108.80
€ 118.96
€ 108.80
Hardback. Medellin, Colombia, used to be the most violent city on earth, but in recent years, allegedly thanks to its 'social urbanism' approach to regeneration, it has experienced a sharp decline in violence. The author explores the politics behind this decline and the complex transformations in terms of urban development policies in Medellin. Num Pages: 157 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JFFE; JPA; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 146 x 22. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137397355
- ISBN
- 9781137397355
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.29
€ 66.29
Hardback. This book explores the dimensions and characteristics of social vulnerability in Western Europe. It provides a broad empirical foundation for recent theories on the emergence of new social risks in post-industrial societies, revealing to what extent social risks are compromising the 'normal' functioning of the European population. Num Pages: 319 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; GTB; JFF; JFSC; JHBC; JKS; YQG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 222 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 319
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230580916
- ISBN
- 9780230580916
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.47
€ 67.47
Hardcover. What has been the impact on social cohesion of contemporary cities in Europe, of the rise of new social risks and of the recent economic crisis? Focussing on 20 European urban contexts, this book provides an empirical analysis of the socio-economic transformations driving the emergence of new social risks and of the capacity of welfare policies. Editor(s): Ranci, Costanzo; Brandsen, Taco; Sabatinelli, Stefania. Series: Work and Welfare in Europe. Num Pages: 325 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JFSG; JKSB; KCU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 139 x 23. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137346919
- ISBN
- 9781137346919
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.71
€ 67.71
Paperback. Social welfare and social development discusses social welfare practice in global and regional context. It addresses issues of poverty, unemployment and populations at risk within South Africa and the role of the social welfare system in South Africa in tackling these issues. Num Pages: 352 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; JFFA; JKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 171 x 239 x 25. Weight in Grams: 580.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199076833
- ISBN
- 9780199076833
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.79
€ 55.79
Paperback. Social Work and Disability offers a contemporary and critical exploration of social work practice with people with physical and sensory impairments, an area that has previously been marginalized within both practice and academic literature. Series: Polity Social Work in Theory and Practise. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 171. .
- Publisher
- Polity
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745670201
- ISBN
- 9780745670201
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 33.81
€ 33.99
€ 33.81
Hardcover. Social Work and Disability offers a contemporary and critical exploration of social work practice with people with physical and sensory impairments, an area that has previously been marginalized within both practice and academic literature. Series: Polity Social Work in Theory and Practise. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 171. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Polity
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745670195
- ISBN
- 9780745670195
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.24
€ 73.24
Paperback. Domestic violence can affect all areas of social work. In this book, the authors draw on their extensive experience as practitioners and researchers in the field to show how social workers can intervene in everyday practice and facilitate change. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JKSN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 171 x 10. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 184
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781412919234
- ISBN
- 9781412919234
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.70
€ 49.70
Paperback. Contributes to international agendas in social work with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) people. This book examines how practitioners and student social workers can provide appropriate care across the lifespan (including work with children and families and older people) and considers key challenges in social work practice. Series: Social Work in Practice Series. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 173 x 12. Weight in Grams: 374.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847428035
- ISBN
- 9781847428035
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 31.81
€ 32.99
€ 31.81
hardcover. Social work and poverty: A critical approach provides a timely review of the key issues facing social workers and service users in working together to combat poverty, covering key areas including access to food, obesity and drug use. Num Pages: 176 pages, 8 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: JFFA; JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 449.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Policy Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447307952
- ISBN
- 9781447307952
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 92.73
€ 92.73
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Bristol University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447307945
- ISBN
- 9781447307945
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 35.50
€ 36.99
€ 35.50
Hardback. Editor(s): Williams, Charlotte. Num Pages: 314 pages, 1 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 3JM; JFF; JFSG; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 217 x 23. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137516220
- ISBN
- 9781137516220
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.47
€ 205.47
Paperback. Taking a transformative approach, this exciting new textbook bridges the gap between the theory and practice of social work with Black and minority ethnic groups. Practice scenarios and case studies encourage students and practitioners to form innovative solutions to service delivery. Num Pages: 252 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 3 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFSL1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 239 x 19. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Publisher
- Policy Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781447322627
- ISBN
- 9781447322627
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.00
€ 35.00
Hardback. Num Pages: 432 pages, 2 recorded music items. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFFH; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 5 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231135801
- ISBN
- 9780231135801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 190.75
€ 190.75
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Open University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780335262847
- ISBN
- 9780335262847
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.64
€ 42.64
Paperback. A concise introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability, this book covers the key topics including changing definitions, core tasks in working with clients and the values of participation and inclusion. Illustrated with numerous case studies, it is an essential resource. Series: Practical Social Work Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230521667
- ISBN
- 9780230521667
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.18
€ 49.18
Hardcover. This book offers comprehensive, evidence-based and interdisciplinary coverage of social work practice regarding addiction, incorporating concepts of social justice, practice with diverse communities and ethics to span the entire knowledge base of social work. Editor(s): Vaughn, Michael G.; Perron, Brian E. Series: Contemporary Social Work Practice. Num Pages: 282 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461453567
- ISBN
- 9781461453567
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 228.06
€ 228.06
Hardback. Balgopal and contributors explore ideas and skills that help human service workers, social workers, helping professionals, and policymakers deepen their understanding of newly arrived immigrants and refugees. Editor(s): Balgopal, Pallassana R. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFD; JFFN; JFS; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231108560
- ISBN
- 9780231108560
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.54€ 90.75
€ 117.54
€ 90.75
Paperback. Balgopal and contributors explore ideas and skills that help human service workers, social workers, helping professionals, and policymakers deepen their understanding of newly arrived immigrants and refugees. Editor(s): Balgopal, Pallassana R. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFD; JFFN; JFS; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 162 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231108577
- ISBN
- 9780231108577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 33.73
€ 46.99
€ 33.73
Hardback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 illus. BIC Classification: JFSJ2; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231143806
- ISBN
- 9780231143806
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.54€ 90.75
€ 117.54
€ 90.75
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 illus. BIC Classification: JFSJ2; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 20. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231143813
- ISBN
- 9780231143813
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 31.19
€ 42.99
€ 31.19