In this much-needed text, current housing finance issues (and their history) are linked with broader social policy and political themes. It covers the finance of... Læs mere
Drawing upon extensive research amongst gang members, dealers and drug users, this timely book provides a comprehensive insight into... Læs mere
Renowned criminologist Mike Hough considers how the police service might build trust, legitimacy and compliance with the law in this important book. He... Læs mere
This second edition of a highly successful textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to social policy in Ireland addressing a range of social policy topics... Læs mere
This second edition of a widely-respected textbook is one of the few resources available to provide an overview of human need, as a key concept in the social sciences.... Læs mere
In this clear and systematic book covering the both general practice concepts and theoretical insights, best-selling author Malcolm Payne shows you how to work with the main social work theories and practice techniques and pinpoint their strengths and limitations.
Offers a rare and vivid insight into the everyday lives, attitudes and behaviours of the rich as well as the poor... Læs mere
This important book takes readers behind the closed doors of elite employers to reveal how class affects who gets to the top. Drawing on 200 interviews... Læs mere
Unless we make drastic changes, the climate damage that we are causing by living in cities will result in terminal consumption.... Læs mere
Duncan Exley draws on expert research and real life experiences – including from an actor, a politician, a billionaire entrepreneur and a surgeon – to issue a wake-up call to break through segregated opportunity. He offers a manifesto to reboot our prospects and benefit all.
This collection explores the roles of emotion, violence, uncertainty, identity and positionality in doing research in and on... Læs mere
Drawing on more than a decade of work on public sector innovation, the author provides a clear framework for understanding and learning an emerging management practice, leading public design.