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The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy
Pete (Ed) Alcock
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Description for The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy
Paperback. This encyclopaedia introduces the major issues and debates in British social policy. Although the focus is on Britain, entries also cover major international concepts and comparative study. The book features larger entries on key debates and short definitions for minor terms. Editor(s): Alcock, Pete; Erskine, Angus; May, Margaret. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; JFF; JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 458.
Written by a carefully selected team of experts, this comprehensive dictionary introduces the major terms, issues and debates in British social policy.
Written by a carefully selected team of experts, this comprehensive dictionary introduces the major terms, issues and debates in British social policy.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
Number of Pages
308
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780631218470
SKU
V9780631218470
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Ref
99-50
About Pete (Ed) Alcock
Pete Alcock is Professor of Social Policy and Administration at the University of Birmingham. He is the author of Social Policy in Britain and Understanding Poverty, editor (with G. Craig) of International Social Policy and editor of the Gildredge Social Policy Series. Angus Erskine is Senior Lecturer in Social Policy at the University of Stirling and ... Read more
Reviews for The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy
"A valuable resource for all who study social policy at whatever level – not only for reference and guidance but for stimulation, provocation and inspiration." Adrian Sinfield, Professor Emeritus of Social Policy, The University of Edinburgh "A reliable guide through the jungle of terms, concepts, institutions and reformers that make up modern social policy. The short entries serve ... Read more