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This is a new edition of one of the most widely used texts on the history of social policy. Covering the period from the end of the Second World War to the present day, Howard Glennerster focuses on the 'Welfare State' to explore the myths that have shaped popular conceptions of social policy,... read more

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The very term 'Welfare State' has an uncertain paternity.

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  1. Howard Glennerster (Author)

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  2. britain
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  4. politics
  5. social policy
  6. welfare 

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