This book explores debates about poverty, wealth and the welfare state from a sociological perspective, explaining the concepts of poverty and welfare, the pattern of their distribution and the causes of continuing poverty. The origin, purpose and future of the welfare state is also discussed, setting British material within a global framework. As with other titles in the series, the text is laced with activities, exercises and sample essay questions.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0333719336
ISBN13:9780333719336
Release Date:December 2002
Publisher:Red Globe Press
Length:211 Pages
Weight:0.89 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 7.4" x 9.7"
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Condition: New
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