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Social Science and Social Pathology (Routledge Revivals)
by Barbara WoottonOriginally published in 1959, this book critically examines, in the light of numerous research, both the relation between unacceptable behaviour and economic and social status and the validity of several popular hypotheses of the 20th Century: that anti-social attitudes are due to lack of maternal affection in infancy, or that problem families produce problem families generation after generation. The author discusses the factors affecting the growth of modern psychiatry and how this shaped attitudes towards anti-social behaviour and conceptions of social work. The final section of the book considers the wider methodological implications.
The Economic Theory of Fiscal Policy (Routledge Revivals)
by Alan Peacock G. K. ShawOriginally published in 1971, this book uses the famous Tinbergen/Theil approach to the theory of economic policy, demonstrating the place of fiscal policy in a realistic policy context. The volume marries analytical developments in macroeconomics to the influence on the economy of the system of public finance. Attention is given to the problem co-ordinating fiscal policy with other policy instruments, notably monetary policy. A final chapter discusses the problems encountered in applying fiscal policy models to real situations.
The Growth of Public Expenditure in the United Kingdom (Routledge Revivals)
by Alan Peacock Jack WisemanOriginally published in 1961, this book became widely used as a textbook, as an important source of primary data on British government expenditure statistics and as the point of departure for further empirical and analytical studies of the behaviour of governments. The book was recognised as one of the formative influences in the development of a positive theory of government expenditure which sought to explain the size and structure of the system of public finance rather than justify it
Land Use and Living Space (Routledge Revivals)
by Robin H. BestFew people have any coherent idea of whether the shifts taking place in land-use structure are critically important for us all, or whether they are largely immaterial. This book (originally published in 1981) by setting down a more quantified and carefully researched statement and appraisal of land-use structure and change than had previously been attempted, shows that much of the conventional wisdom about land use can be shown to be incorrect or very suspect. Land-use planning has often been built on the insecure foundation of myth rather than reality, the author maintains. Land Use and Living Space shows that much of the perceived land problem in Britain is not substantiated by evidence on the ground and concludes that there is no real ‘problem’ at all. This analysis was a welcome contribution to the debate during the 1970 and 80s about the true state of land use in Britain, Europe and the USA.
The Therapist's Daughter: A brand new totally gripping psychological thriller full of twists
by Megan TaylorAs she seeks the truth about a long-ago murder case, a woman wonders: Can confidentiality become a cover-up? Caitlin Shaw hasn&’t set foot in her hometown since her girlfriend Livy was accused of killing her mother and committed to a secure psychiatric hospital. But now, as a grown woman and a parent herself, Caitlin is forced to return to care for her ailing mother. But Livy&’s mother&’s murder hangs over Caitlin like a cloud. And she feels like she&’s being watched. When Caitlin learns that Livy has recently been released, it compounds her fear and guilt, and she is forced to address what happened all those years ago. Caitlin&’s father had been Livy&’s therapist before the murder, and he uncovered a history of abuse—so when he was dragged into the investigation, Caitlin was stunned he didn&’t do more to help. But now her father is dead, and Caitlin has more questions than answers. Why did Livy murder her own mother? Could the truth be closer to home than she realizes?
And Now for Something Completely Different: A Chronicles of St Mary's Short Story (Chronicles of St. Mary's #17)
by Jodi TaylorA Chronicles of St Mary's short story that is sure to entertain. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. Here's a question for you. What's the most exciting thing ever found in a fire bucket? And don't say 'fire' because you'll be wrong.Suppose - just suppose - it was the technology to take a pod to Mars? Yeah, now we're talking!Every Christmas, for reasons which seem good at the time - especially after an eggnog or two - Max and the others leap into the nearest pod and indulge in their illegal Christmas jump. It's a tradition. This year, however, just to be different, they find themselves part of someone else's illegal Christmas jump. It's time to don a spacesuit and bring your own urine! Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' 'Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked' 'A tour de force'
Plan for the Worst: The Chronicles of St. Mary's, Book 11 (Chronicles of St. Mary's #11)
by Jodi Taylor'A great mix of British properness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun' ***** BOOK 11 IN THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S SERIESFor fans of Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club, Jasper Fforde and Doctor Who.I would have trusted this man with my life. Until a couple of days ago, anyway.You know what they say - hope for the best, but plan for the worst.Max is quite accustomed to everything going wrong. She's St Mary's, after all. Disaster is her default state. But with her family reunited and a jump to Bronze Age Crete in the works, life is getting back to normal. Well, normal for St Mary's. And then, following one fateful night at the Tower of London, everything Max thought she knew comes crashing down around her.Too late for plans. The worst has happened. And who can Max trust now? Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me''A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun''Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it''Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked''A tour de force'
Doing Time: The Time Police, Book 1 (The Time Police #1)
by Jodi TaylorIntroducing The Time Police, the brand-new series by international bestselling author, Jodi Taylor - an irresistible spinoff from the much-loved Chronicles of St Mary's series. Perfect reading for fans of Doctor Who, Terry Pratchett and Jasper Fforde. 'The best way to describe this book: lots of fun' British Fantasy Society'Inventive and entertaining... a fast-paced and fun first book in what promises to be an excellent new series' CultureflyA long time ago in the future, the secret of time travel became known to all. Unsurprisingly, the world nearly ended. There will always be idiots who want to change history.Enter the Time Police. An all-powerful, international organisation tasked with keeping the timeline straight. At all costs. Their success is legendary. The Time Wars are over. But now they must fight to save a very different future - their own. This is the story of Jane, Luke and Matthew - the worst recruits in Time Police history. Or, very possibly, three young people who might change everything. DOING TIME is a five-star read!:'I blooming well loved this book. Read start to finish in only a couple of sittings' *****'Excellent start to this St Mary's Chronicles spinoff series. There is Taylor's trademark humour, along with moments of real lump-in-the-throat poignancy' *****'Clever, witty, humourous, touching, emotional, just about everything anyone could want. Can't wait for the next one' *****'Another superb book from the pen of Jodi Taylor' *****'This book does not disappoint' *****