The short guide to social policy - Brossura

Hudson, John; Kuhner, Stefan; Lowe, Stuart

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1447325680 ISBN 13: 9781447325680

Casa editrice: Policy Pr, 2015

Riassunto

This updated introductory text provides a concise but comprehensive overview of the essentials of social policy. Specifically designed for students who are new to the field, it explores the key policy goals, delivery mechanisms, and policy dilemmas of the five pillars of welfare. The Short Guide to Social Policy also has an international focus, drawing on examples from around the world to illustrate key debates and concepts, and each chapter includes a concluding key point summary and detailed guide to further reading. Complete with a free digital app and written in a clear and accessible style by scholars who are both experienced authors and teachers, this guide will be indispensable reading for every student of social policy.

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Recensione:

"This well-written and accessible text steps outside the usual concerns of the UK welfare state to deliver a highly original perspective focusing on key goals, delivery mechanisms and policy dilemmas. This makes it the ideal introduction and 'short guide' to social policy." --Professor Martin Powell, University of Birmingham

"At last, a social policy textbook which builds from the basics to provide a comprehensive overview of the key pillars of the welfare state. Essential reading for all students (and a helpful reminder for those who teach them!)." --Jon Glasby, Director, Health Services Management Centre, University of Birmingham

"This is an ideal source of basic information, covering current debates and controversies and explaining concepts simply without over-simplifying them. It is an excellent introduction to social policy." --Robert Adams, Professor of Social Work, University of Teesside

L'autore:

John Hudson, Stefan Kühner, and Stuart Lowe are all senior lecturers in social policy in the Department of Social Policy and Social Work at the University of York.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Policy Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1447325680
• ISBN 13: 9781447325680
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 203