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The Welfare State : a very short introduction

by David Garland

Welfare stateComparative governmentEurope, social conditionsEuropean union countries, economic conditionsHistorySocial conditionsEconomic conditions

This 'Very Short Introduction' discusses the necessity of welfare states in modern capitalist societies. Situating social policy in an historical, sociological, and comparative perspective, David Garland brings a new understanding to familiar debates, policies, and institutions.

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Book data: Open Library