Bringing together researchers from the fields of social policy, economics, sociology and clinical psychology, this book offers new evidence on the inter-related problems faced by disability claimants, and identifies important lessons for policy.
In this groundbreaking new study, Nick Gill provides a conceptually innovative account of the ways in which indifference to the desperation and hardship faced by thousands of migrants fleeing persecution and exploitation comes about.
What astonishing success the Name-of-the-Father has had! Everyone finds something in it. Who one's father is isn't immediately obvious, hardly being visible to the naked eye.... Læs mere
This Companion provides an overview of European history during the "long" nineteenth century, from 1789 to 1914. * Consists of 32 chapters written by... Læs mere
The practice of recruitment and selection of new employees into large organizations has changed dramatically over the past decade. This shift is due primarily to the rapid evolution of Internet-based technologies to facilitate and accelerate the staffing process.
Peer Groups and Children's Development considers the experiences of school-aged children with their peer groups - in both formal and informal settings - and the implications of these experiences for their social, personal and intellectual development.
Special Papers in Palaeontology, published by The Palaeontological Association, is a series of substantial separate works conforming to the style of the Palaeontology journal. Two issues are published each year and feature high standard illustrations.
This is a historical and anthropological study of the people of Bali. Separate chapters are devoted to describing the island's geography, the history of the Balinese people, the... Læs mere
Offers an introduction to North American archaeology for those interested in the history and culture of North American natives. Illustrated with case studies based on the... Læs mere
* The author emphasises new post--empirical approaches to the philosophy of science and their application to the social sciences* Rich in examples and makes extensive... Læs mere
aeo This is a major new book by one of Britaina s foremost political commentators. aeo The volume offers a comprehensive re--interpretation of British... Læs mere
As capitalism develops and state socialism disintegrates, divisions of labour are being reorganized, with major implications for the distribution of power in society. This work deals with this relatively neglected issue in both practice and theory.