The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy by Pete Alcock

The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy by Pete Alcock

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Summary

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.

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The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy by Pete Alcock

Written by a carefully selected team of experts, this comprehensive dictionary introduces the major terms, issues and debates in British 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 as a handy reference for students and practitioners alike while the longer entries depict complex theoretical concepts in a most accessible and lucid way." Professor Lutz Leisering, Bielefeld University


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 is a past chair of the editorial boards of the Journal of Social Policy and Social Policy and Society.

Margaret May is Principal Lecturer in Social Policy at London Guildhall University. She is a past editor of Social Policy Review, editor (with R. Page and E. Brunsdon) of Understanding Social Problems (Blackwell) and (with E. Brunsdon) of Occupational and Commercial Welfare.

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ISBN 13 9780631218470
ISBN 10 0631218475
Title The Blackwell Dictionary of Social Policy
Author Pete Alcock
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Year published 2002-04-11
Number of pages 308
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.