{"product_id":"the-handbook-of-social-policy","title":"The Handbook of Social Policy","description":"\u003cp\u003eSocial policy is a continuously evolving field requiring constant review  documentation  and analysis. The Handbook of Social Policy is an attempt to document the now substantial body of knowledge about government social policies that has been accumulated since the study of social policy first emerged as an organized field of academic endeavor about 50 years ago. The Second Edition offers a more streamlined format to make the book more consistent with the way most instructors teach their courses. This text is a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to a vast field of endeavor that has  over the years  made a significant difference to the lives and the well-being of the people of the United States.  New to the Second Edition Provides up-to-date policies and references to include the latest information on social policy Offers a state of the art account of American social policy at the beginning of the 21st century Presents contributions  including more case studies and examples  from leading experts in their respective areas challenge the norm in thinking about social welfare policy Focuses more attention on diverse populations and international issues Includes added content to reflect the areas that have received increased attention such as advocacy  policy practice  immigration issues  discrimination  and more Intended Audience This is excellent text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses such as History of Social Policy  Education and Social Policy  and International Social Policy in the fields of social policy  public policy and administration  and social work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44963163504693,"sku":"ByrdShop_1412950775","price":163.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781412950770.jpg?v=1770408142","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-handbook-of-social-policy","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}