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Society, Work and Welfare in Europe

By Christine Cousins

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Society, Work and Welfare in Europe

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This book examines pressures for convergence and divergence in contemporary societies focusing on the rapidly changing relationship betwen work and welfare. The countries selected for in-depth comparative analysis are Germany, Spain, Sweden and the UK, each representative of different labour market and welfare regimes. Beginning with an overview of those departmenst in the post-second world war period which shed light on the different social and institutional structures, economic directions and policy orientations of the countries concerned, the book goes on to explore changing patterns of work and employment in particular in relation to labour market reforms, new forms of production and women's participation in paid work. In its last section, it looks at current issues of social policy in Europe, including gender and poverty. Integrating material from sociological perspectives on work and employment with comparative welfare analysis, feminist critiques and recent debates on social exclusion, the book will be of particular relevance and usefulness to students of European Studies, Sociology and Social Policy.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
220
Release Date:
1998-10-30
Publication Date:
2000-09-05
Publisher:
Red Globe Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0333729943
ISBN13:
9780333729946
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
414 g
Height:
145 cm
Width:
222 cm
Thickness:
16 cm
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