The Evolution of the British Welfare State: A History of Social Policy Since the Industrial RevolutionDerek Fraser's book has established itself as a classic text on the history of social policy and social ideas in Britain since the Industrial Revolution. This fourth edition features a revised Introduction, incorporates the latest research and extends the coverage of the final chapter, bringing the story right up to the present day. |
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