Understanding Social Problems

Issues in Social Policy

Robert Page editor Margaret May editor Edward Brunsdon editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:1st Jan '01

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Understanding Social Problems cover

This up-to-date and accessible text fills an important gap in the market by introducing students to social policy perspectives on social problems.

  • Written in an accessible, student-friendly style, using subheadings, boxed material, tables, and up-to-date examples
  • Each chapter includes a brief outline of the issues to be explored and question sections to help learning, develop evaluative skills and encourage project work
  • Includes an annotated guide to further reading, helpful internet addresses, and a bibliography of sources cited
  • Chapters can be used independently or in conjunction with others addressing related questions

"This is an excellent introduction to the study of social problems covering a wide range of contemporary issues utilizing theoretical perspectives and empirical data. The accessible student-friendly format will make this book of great value for students across the social sciences." Dr Michael Cahill, University of Brighton


"This book is a most useful addition to the literature available to students" Professor Michael Hill, Goldsmith's College, University of London.


"This new essay collection makes a distinctive contribution to the literature of British social policy...Justice cannot otherwise be done to 20 essays in a brief review but, taken together, they add up to an excellent volume." Community Care

"Students...will find much to engage and encourage them in this book." Lester Parrott, North East Wales Institute.

ISBN: 9780631220305

Dimensions: 246mm x 173mm x 25mm

Weight: 603g

342 pages