Care Between Work and Welfare in European Societies

By Birgit Pfau-Effinger

Book Overview

This book provides insights into the theoretical framework of 'tensions' related to care for children and the elderly. It analyzes if, and under what conditions, welfare state reforms have contributed to strengthening existing tensions, creating new tensions, or relaxing such tensions.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0230291295
• ISBN13: 9780230291294
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 251 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.7" x 8.5"