| The Survival of the European Welfare State Contributor(s): Kuhnle, Stein (Editor) |
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ISBN: 041521291X ISBN-13: 9780415212915 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $152.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2000 Annotation: "Crisis." "Breakdown." "Dismantlement." Since the 1970's, these have become the catchphrases used to describe the condition of the welfare states in Europe, in academic and media analyses alike. This book provides an alternative, more optimistic interpretation. It aims to increase both theoretical understanding and empirical knowledge of recent welfare reforms in areas including Spain, Denmark, the UK, Germany and the EU as a whole. A valuable resource for students, researchers and practitioners with an interest in the welfare state. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Policy - Political Science | Comparative Politics |
| Dewey: 361.610 |
| LCCN: 99054191 |
| Lexile Measure: 1490 |
| Series: Routledge/ECPR Studies in European Political Science |
| Physical Information: 0.99" H x 6.38" W x 9.53" (1.15 lbs) 268 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 'Crisis'. 'Breakdown'. 'Dismantlement.' Since the 1970's, these have become the catchphrases used to describe the condition of the welfare states in Europe, in academic and media analyses alike. This book provides an alternative, more optimistic interpretation. It aims to increase both theoretical understanding and empirical knowledge of recent welfare reforms in areas including Spain, Denmark, the UK, Germany and the EU as a whole. An essential resource for students, researchers and practitioners with an interest in the welfare state. |