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National Health Insurance in Great Britain: 1911-1946
1st Edition
By R.W. Harris
February 28, 2026
First published in 1946, National Health Insurance in Great Britain: 1911-1946 by R.W. Harris provides a comprehensive analysis of the development and operation of Britain’s National Health Insurance system. Divided into two parts, the book examines the scheme’s foundations, administration, ...
The Administrative Process in Britain
1st Edition
By R.G.S. Brown
February 28, 2026
First published in 1970, this seminal work remains one of the most comprehensive studies of the British central government. It explores key themes, including the role of specialist and professional civil servants, the interplay between administration and politics, the structure and functioning of ...
The Changing National Health Service
1st Edition
By R. G. S. Brown
February 28, 2026
First published in 1973, The Changing National Health Service provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of the National Health Service (NHS) during its first 25 years. R.G.S. Brown examines critical aspects of the NHS, including the demand for medical care, infrastructure, staffing, ...
The Origin of English Place-Names
1st Edition
By P. H. Reaney
February 28, 2026
First published in 1960, The Origin of English Place-Names by P. H. Reaney is a comprehensive exploration of the fascinating history and etymology behind the names of towns, villages, and landmarks across England. This seminal work delves into the linguistic, cultural, and historical influences ...
The Origin of English Surnames
1st Edition
By P.H. Reaney
February 28, 2026
First published in 1967, The Origin of English Surnames by P. H. Reaney is a definitive study of the fascinating history and etymology of English surnames. This scholarly yet accessible work explores the diverse origins of surnames, including those derived from localities, occupations, ...
A Guide to Social Skill Training
1st Edition
By Roger Ellis, Dorothy Whittington
February 27, 2026
While much has been written about the teaching of social skills to the less able, particularly in the context of mental health, the idea of teaching such skills to students undergoing professional training is comparatively innovatory. First published in 1981, A Guide to Social Skill Training is ...
Action-Research in Community Development
1st Edition
Edited
By Ray Lees, George Smith
February 27, 2026
First published in 1975, Action-Research in Community Development discusses experiences of people who worked on the central government sponsored Community Development Project (CDP). Announced with a flourish in 1969 as part of Britain’s ‘Poverty Programme’, CDP represented a new initiative in ...
Community Action for Change
1st Edition
By Ray Lees, Marjorie Mayo
February 27, 2026
What was the significance of community action to the Labour movement in Britain during the 1980s? Ray Lees and Marjorie Mayo explore this question in Community Action for Change (first published in 1984), arguing that the Labour movement needed to revitalize its strength in response to the growing ...
Deciding Factors in British Politics: A Case-Studies Approach
1st Edition
By John Greenaway, Steve Smith, John Street
February 27, 2026
First published in 1992, Deciding Factors in British Politics is an invaluable work that introduces students to the decision-making process in British politics. The book combines detailed case studies with a comprehensive and approachable review of the key theoretical perspectives on how decisions ...
Development and the Landowner: An Analysis of the British Experience
1st Edition
By Robin Goodchild, Richard Munton
February 27, 2026
In a political climate favouring the private sector, the private landowners were more influential—and the planning authorities less powerful—than any time in the mid-1970s. First published in 1985, Development and the Landowner builds on a substantial amount of research to analyse the British ...
Educating for a Computer Age
1st Edition
By Philip Hills
February 27, 2026
First published in 1987, Educating for a Computer Age examines the evolving role of teachers in a rapidly changing society, offering insights and guidelines for future action. The book sets the stage for the electronic revolution of the time, providing an in-depth analysis of its driving force—the ...
History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic
1st Edition
By William H. Prescott, John Foster Kirk
February 27, 2026
First published in 1837, History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic is considered one of Prescott's most significant works and a classic in the field of historical literature. The book provides a detailed account of the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile, who...