Trousson, Raymond / Vercruysse, Jeroom (dir.), Dictionnaire general de Voltaire. (Champion classiques, references et dictionnaires 18) 1272 p. 2020:10 (Champion, FR) <670-9>
ISBN 978-2-38096-016-7 paper ¥7,064.- (税込) EUR 38.00

P.アルコック他著　英国の社会政策　第5版
Alcock, Pete / Gregory, Lee, Social Policy in Britain. 5th ed. 320 pp. 2022:4 (Bloomsbury Academic, UK) <674-402>
ISBN 978-1-350-93270-8 hard ¥31,339.- (税込) GB￡ 110.00 *
ISBN 978-1-350-93271-5 paper ¥9,398.- (税込) GB￡ 32.99 *

In this fifth edition of the best-selling core introductory textbook, Pete Alcock and Lee Gregory provide a comprehensive and engaging introduction to social policy. Continuing with the unbeaten narrative style and accessible approach of the previous editions, the authors explore the major topics of social policy in a clear and digestible way. By breaking down the complexities behind policy developments and their outcomes, the book demonstrates the relationship between core areas of policy and the society we live in. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to cover the impact of Brexit and contains reflections on the implications of the Covid-19 pandemic for social policy. Each chapter contains comprehension activities to aid understanding, as well as helpful summary points and suggestions for further reading.

Kazepov, Yuri / Barberis, Eduardo / Cucca, R. et al. (eds.), Handbook on Urban Social Policies: International Perspectives on Multilevel Governance and Local Welfare. (Research Handbooks in Urban Studies) 512 pp. 2022:7 (E. Elgar, UK) * paper 2024 <674-404>
ISBN 978-1-78811-614-5 hard ¥59,259.- (税込) GB￡ 208.00 *
ISBN 978-1-0353-3205-2 paper ¥13,376.- (税込) GB￡ 46.95 *

The importance of subnational welfare measures, and their complex embeddedness in wider multilevel governance systems, has often been underplayed in both urban studies and social policy analysis.This Handbook gives readers the analytical tools to understand urban social policies in context and bridges the gap in research. It provides a novel perspective of social policy analysis, answering the common debates such as: what is the role of local institutions in welfare provisions? Do they exert an influence beyond their jurisdiction? What difference can we trace among different types of locales (e.g. urban vs. rural)? How does the role of cities change in different national regulatory systems? Chapters disentangle the interplay between jurisdictions, politics, policy instruments and contexts in the spatial construction of social policies. Thanks to the impressive selection of contributors, the volume discusses urban social policies with broad geographical coverage including cases from Europe, North America, South America and Asia, and provides cursory references to the COVID-19 pandemic in different policy fields. This book will be of interest to a broad range of students in different fields from welfare to urban studies, as well as those interested in multilevel governance and policy analysis. Scholars interested in comparative social policy, but also in social innovation, public administration and political science, will also find this book a good companion.

Kuhlmann, Johanna / Nullmeier, Frank (eds.), Causal Mechanisms in the Global Development of Social Policies. (Global Dynamics of Social Policy) 507 pp. 2022:4 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <674-405>
ISBN 978-3-030-91087-7 hard ¥11,766.- (税込) EUR 49.99
ISBN 978-3-030-91090-7 paper ¥9,412.- (税込) EUR 39.99

This open access edited volume introduces the concept of causal mechanisms to explore new ways of explaining the global dynamics of social policy, and shows that a mechanism-based approach provides several advantages over established approaches for studying social policy. The introductory chapter outlines the mechanism-based approach, which stands out by modularisation and a clear focus on actors. The mechanism-based approach then guides the twelve chapters on social policy developments in different Asian, African, European and Latin American countries. Based on these findings, the concluding chapter provides a structured compilation of causal mechanisms and outlines how a mechanism-based approach can further strengthen research on the global development of social policies, especially in a comparative perspective. The edited volume is highly relevant for social policy scholars from a variety of disciplines, as well as for scholars interested in strengthening explanation in the social sciences.

Molander, Per, The Origins of Inequality: Mechanisms, Models, Policy. X, 240 pp. 2022:6 (Springer, GW) <674-406>
ISBN 978-3-030-93188-9 hard ¥25,890.- (税込) EUR 109.99 *

This book presents a unified approach to the problem of inequality, combining results from a variety of research fields ? the human life cycle, group dynamics, networks, markets, and economic geography. Its main message is that inequality emerges as the natural result of mechanisms operating both in individual human development and in social interaction. It posits that inequality is not an anomalous deviation from a naturally egalitarian social structure; quite to the contrary, inequality is to be expected as part of the human condition. The author states that the growth of inequality, on the other hand, is not a natural law ? the level and character of inequality can be affected by collective decisions. This perspective on human inequality has potentially far-reaching consequences both for the political philosophy of inequality and for public policy-making. This book is of interest to a wide interdisciplinary social science readership, including public policy, decision sciences, economic geography, and life course studies.

Panda, Smita Mishra / Pandey, Annapurna Devi et al. (eds.), Social Exclusion and Policies of Inclusion: Issues and Perspectives Across the Globe. 402 pp. 2022:4 (Springer, GW) <674-407>
ISBN 978-981-16-9772-2 hard ¥32,952.- (税込) EUR 139.99 *

This book brings together cross-cultural perspectives on political economy of social exclusion and a critical view of policies of inclusion. The themes covered are political economy of social exclusion; inclusionary policy outcomes; persistent challenges to social exclusion and rethinking social exclusion and inclusion. The contexts are located in varied geographies including India, South East Asia, USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia and Papua New Guinea. The book throws light on how, historically, social inclusion of various excluded communities has always been a part of nation building with varying results. Furthermore, it highlights how the terrain of social exclusion is becoming increasingly complex today. It provides the space to reimagine issues of inclusion and exclusion within the social policy landscape of a country. It provides ways to rethink policies of inclusion such that dialogue between the excluded and the state is enhanced, and the systems of seeking justice for a dignified life, peace and freedom are improved. It appeals to policy makers, academicians and practitioners of development and social policy studies, planning and governance in both developing and developed countries.

Simpson, Mark, Social Citizenship in an Age of Welfare Regionalism: The State of the Social Union. 272 pp. 2022:6 (Hart, UK) <674-408>
ISBN 978-1-5099-4641-9 hard ¥25,641.- (税込) GB￡ 90.00 *

This book presents a socio-legal examination of national and devolved-level developments in social protection in the UK, through the eyes of politicians and officials at the heart of this process. Since its inception in 1998, devolution has altered the character of the UK welfare state, with dramatic change in the 10 years since 2010. A decade of austerity at national level has exposed diverging view in how governments in London, Edinburgh and Belfast view the social rights of citizenship. This political divide has implications for both social security law, as the devolved countries begin to flex their muscles in this key area for citizens' economic welfare, and the constitutional settlement. The book reflects on the impact of austerity, the referendum on Scottish independence and subsequent changes to the devolution settlement, Northern Ireland's hesitant moves away from parity with Westminster in social protection, withdrawal from the European Union (Brexit), and the possible retreat from austerity during the COVID-19 pandemic. The social union may or may not be weakening; its character is unquestionably changing, and the book lays bare the ideological and pragmatic considerations driving legal developments. TH Marshall's theory of citizenship provides the lens through which these processes are viewed, while itself being reinterpreted in light of the national government's increasing delegation of responsibility for social rights - whether to individuals, the voluntary sector or lower tiers of government.

社会的不平等　第3版
Warwick-Booth, Louise, Social Inequality. 3rd ed. 424 pp. 2022:5 (Sage, UK) <674-409>
ISBN 978-1-5297-6852-7 hard ¥27,065.- (税込) GB￡ 95.00 *
ISBN 978-1-5297-6851-0 paper ¥9,113.- (税込) GB￡ 31.99 *

This book provides up to date discussion and evidence about inequalities, social divisions and stratification. Its innovative style engages readers and encourages them to reflect upon the many dimensions of social inequality. This updated third edition contains: Three new chapters on employment, sexualities and migrationUpdated coverage of intersectionality throughoutThirteen new in-depth case studies (one per chapter) This is a must read as a key introductory companion for students who wish to understand the dynamics of contemporary social inequality. Louise Warwick-Booth is a Reader at the School of Health, Leeds Beckett University

Nelson, Kenneth / Nieuwenhuis, R. / Yerkes, M. A. (eds.), Social Policy in Changing European Societies: Research Agendas for the 21st Century. 352 pp. 2022 (E. Elgar, UK) <674-410>
ISBN 978-1-80220-170-3 hard ¥32,478.- (税込) GB￡ 114.00 *

Adopting an interdisciplinary approach this book provides a cutting-edge, in-depth account of social policy research today, how we got here, and where future research should be headed. It defines the core research agenda for the future covering multiple social policy fields, including care, family, health, and housing policy as well as gender equality, labour market policy, and welfare attitudes.The book brings together a unique combination of scholars from social policy, sociology, political science, international relations, and law, who explore how European societies have changed over the last 20 years, the future challenges which need to be addressed and the role for social policy research. The editors argue that to advance research on European social policy, we need to develop a better understanding of the interplay between multiple policies, invest more resources in theoretical development, and effectively utilize perhaps the greatest asset of European social policy research - its multidisciplinarity.Offering crucial insights into the dynamic nature of social policy research, this book will be a valuable guide for social policy scholars and students. Its discussion of a broad range of social policy areas will also be useful for practitioners and policymakers across a wide range of social policy fields.

B.グリーヴ著　公共部門の役割－経済学と社会
Greve, Bent, The Role of the Public Sector: Economics and Society. 224 pp. 2022:8 (E. Elgar, UK) <674-337>
ISBN 978-1-80392-560-8 hard ¥22,222.- (税込) GB￡ 78.00 *

At last - a textbook on the public sector for students of social policy, public policy, political science and sociology. This book explains why we have a public sector and what tasks it is expected to perform.Bent Greve presents the key strengths and weaknesses of the public sector in modern European societies in a clear and straightforward fashion. He also highlights the new challenges the sector faces, including changes in global development, demography and technology.Public and private sectors are highly interdependent and Greve explores this relationship and the consequences of choosing different public expenditures and financing. He addresses differences across affluent European economies and demonstrates how countries can develop society as desired whilst ensuring that their economies remain resilient to external crises, such as the financial crisis of 2008 or the Covid-19 pandemic.Highly accessible and informative, this book will be a valuable resource for lecturers and students of social policy, public policy, political science and economic sociology. It is also essential reading for students of public sector management and administration who need to understand the fundamentals of public sector economics and political economy. Its novel interpretation of the broader role of the public sector will also be beneficial for practitioners and policy makers.