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Pat Thane
Foundations of the Welfare State [EPUB ebook]

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A fully revised and rewritten second edition of a book which is now regarded as a classic. Takes full advantage of new research and places strong emphasis on voluntary action and the role of women in the shaping of social policy.It retains the excellent historical perspective that makes it unique among its competitors, comparing recent policy changes to pre-1950 welfare policy.

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Language English ● Format EPUB ● Pages 376 ● ISBN 9781317889069 ● Publisher Taylor and Francis ● Published 2016 ● Downloadable 3 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 4846174 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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