The Evolution of the British Welfare State: A History of Social Policy since the Industrial Revolution

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Macmillan Education UK, Jun 16, 2009 - Political Science - 448 pages
Derek 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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About the author (2009)

DEREK FRASER is Emeritus Professor of History at the University of Teesside, UK, where he was formerly Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive. He was also previously Professor of British History at UCLA, USA.

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