Sociology and Social Policy
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Productivity and the Pandemic
Edited by Philip McCann, Tim Vorley
This forward-thinking book examines the potential impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on productivity. Productivity and the Pandemic features 21 chapters authored by 46 experts, examining different aspects of how the pandemic is likely to i...eBook:Find out more$38.36
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Robotization of Work?
Barbara Czarniawska, Bernward Joerges
In this timely book, Barbara Czarniawska and Bernward Joerges examine the hopes and fears around work and job security inspired by automation, from the original coining of the term ‘robot’ to the present day media fascination. Have these...eBook:Find out more$25.56
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Research Handbook on Child Soldiers
Edited by Mark A. Drumbl, Jastine C. Barrett
Child soldiers remain poorly understood and inadequately protected, despite significant media attention and many policy initiatives. This Research Handbook aims to redress this troubling gap. It offers a reflective, fresh and nuanced rev...eBook:Find out more$59.16
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A Research Agenda for Housing
Edited by Markus Moos
Housing is one of the most pertinent issues of our time. Shaped by rapid urbanization, financialization, and various changes in demography, technology, political ideology and public policy, the provision of affordable, adequate, and suit...eBook:Find out more$38.36
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Sexual Harassment, the Abuse of Power and the Crisis of Leadership
James K. Beggan
Within these pages James K. Beggan puts forward a novel approach to understanding sexual harassment by high value superstars in the workplace. The approach integrates ideas derived from evolutionary theory, utility theory, sexual scripti...eBook:Find out more$33.56
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How Not to Write a Thesis or Dissertation
Mikael Sundström
If you thought a book about thesis writing would make for wearisome reading, think again! In seven entertaining and enlightening chapters, Mikael Sundström sheds light on the trials and tribulations of academic writing, offering guidance...eBook:Find out more$26.36
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Handbook of Social Policy and Development
Edited by James Midgley, Rebecca Surender, Laura Alfers
The Handbook of Social Policy and Development makes a groundbreaking, coherent case for enhancing collaboration between social policy and development. With wide ranging chapters, it discusses a myriad of ways in which this can be done, e...eBook:Find out more$61.56
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A Research Agenda for Migration and Health
Edited by K. Bruce Newbold, Kathi Wilson
Evidenced by Europe’s refugee crisis and the movement of undocumented workers into the US, international migration has emerged as one of the most pressing issues faced by national and regional governments. The health impacts of migration...eBook:Find out more$31.16
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Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
Ben Spigel
This is a guide to understanding entrepreneurial ecosystems: what they are, why they matter, and to whom they matter. Ben Spigel explores this popular new theory of economic development, locating the intellectual roots of ecosystems, exp...eBook:Find out more$35.96
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How to Keep your Doctorate on Track
Edited by Keith Townsend, Mark N.K. Saunders, Rebecca Loudoun, Emily A. Morrison
The path of a doctoral student can feel challenging and isolating. This guide provides doctoral students with key ideas and support to kick-start a doctoral journey, inspire progress and complete their thesis or dissertation. Featuring ...eBook:Find out more$48.76
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A Research Agenda for New Urbanism
Edited by Emily Talen
New Urbanism, a movement devoted to building walkable, socially diversity cities, has garnered some successes and some failures over the past several decades. A Research Agenda for New Urbanism is a forward-looking book composed of chapt...eBook:Find out more$26.36
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Handbook of Family Policy
Edited by Guðný B. Eydal, Tine Rostgaard
The Handbook of Family Policy examines how state and workplace policies support parents and their children in developing, earning and caring. With original contributions from 44 leading scholars, this Handbook provides readers with up-to...eBook:Find out more$57.56
