Theory And Policy
Social Policy for Development
Primarily aimed at students of social policy, this work is designed as a core text for those studying the theory and practice of social policy, especially in the context of the global South.
Planning in the USA
This comprehensive introduction to the policies, theory and practice of planning outlines land use, urban planning and environmental protection policies and explains the nature of the planning process.
Social Theory, Social Change and Social Work
Analyzes the current changes in social work and assesses how far recent developments in social theory can contribute to their interpretation.
Critical Infrastructure Protection in Homeland Security
While the emphasis is on the development of policies that lead to prevention of terrorist attacks on the nation's infrastructure, this textbook is a scientific study of infrastructures and their protection.
The Political Economy of Diet, Health and Food Policy
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This book presents a critical exposition of food systems theory and analyses the existing approaches to food consumption. Subjects discussed include the impact of the EU, lack of policy in the UK and resolving the diet paradox.
Forgiveness and Reconciliation
This book brings together a unique combination of experts in the area of conflict resolution and focuses on the role forgiveness can play in the process. It deals with the theology, public policy, psychological and social theory, and social policy implementation of forgiveness.