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The Origins of the British Welfare State: Society, State and Social Welfare in England and Wales, 1800-1945 Harris, Bernard (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow)
The Origins of the British Welfare State: Society, State and Social Welfare in England and Wales, 1800-1945
Harris, Bernard (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow)
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of social welfare and social policy in Britain before the modern welfare state. It examines the role played by voluntary social provision (including self-help and mutual aid), as well as the growth of state intervention, in meeting welfare needs.
416 pages, Illustrations
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | May 27, 2004 |
| ISBN13 | 9780333649985 |
| Publishers | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Pages | 402 |
| Dimensions | 172 × 235 × 24 mm · 626 g |
| Language | English |