Social Policy
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Author Description
The third edition of this textbook remains a key book for students of social policy and other sociology related disciplines in Europe. Updates to this edition cover Labour's administration (1997 to date), taking into account the commitments made by Labour in their 2005 general election campaign.Each chapter is written by an expert in the field, to provide comprehensive coverage of a wide variety of social policy and welfare issues. All the existing chapters have been thoroughly reviewed and updated to take into account recent changes in British and European social policy. For this edition one new chapter has been added--Globalization and Social Policy.The chapters are written in a non-technical way and are supported by detailed case studies, suggestions for further reading, end-of-chapter questions and a glossary. In addition, the supporting online resource centre provides further material including weblinks, answers to the end-of-chapter questions, and updates.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This textbook investigates the evolving landscape of social policy and welfare systems within the context of contemporary British and European governance. The authors, John Baldock, Nicholas Manning, and Sarah Vickerstaff, assemble a team of subject-matter experts to analyze the impact of political administrations and global shifts on social welfare. The text provides a structured framework for understanding how policy commitments translate into practice, utilizing updated data and comparative analysis to explain complex societal mechanisms.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive analysis of British social policy from 1997 through the 2005 election cycle.
- Examination of the intersection between globalization and national social welfare frameworks.
- Detailed case studies illustrating the practical application of policy in diverse social sectors.
- Pedagogical tools including end-of-chapter questions, a glossary, and suggested further reading lists.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators recognize this volume as a foundational resource for students navigating the complexities of sociology and social policy disciplines. Readers frequently note the accessibility of the prose, which balances academic rigor with a non-technical approach suitable for undergraduate study.
Page Count:
722
Publication Date:
2007-07-05
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199284970
ISBN-13:
9780199284979
Sociology
textbook
Social Science
Great Britain
Public Policy
Welfare
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