{"product_id":"social-work-the-basics-1","title":"Social Work: The Basics","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis revised second edition of \u003cem\u003eSocial Work: The Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is an insightful introduction to the often misrepresented world of social work. This accessible book presents a broad view of contemporary social work, exploring its roots and its possible future. It dispels myths surrounding social work, addresses media debates, and offers a balanced account of what social workers do.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArguing for a social work that is partisan in support of social justice, questions covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow did social work arise?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow and why do people come into contact with social workers?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are the true aims of social work – to help or to control?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the relationship between social work and social policy?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow and why do people become social workers?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat’s it like to be a social worker?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan social work cross borders?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing examples from the full range of social work practice, this book is valuable reading for all individuals interested in the field of social work. It will provide a helpful introduction for students considering a career in social work, those beginning social work courses, and other professionals whose work brings them into contact with social workers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Product","offer_id":57459867648344,"sku":"9780367758295","price":23.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/social-work-the-basics-1","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}