Social Work In The Light Of History (1922)

By Stuart Alfred Queen

Book Overview

""Social Work In The Light Of History"" is a book written by Stuart Alfred Queen and published in 1922. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the historical development of social work, tracing its roots back to the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. The author examines the evolution of social work in Europe and the United States, highlighting the key figures and movements that have shaped the field over time.Queen also explores the philosophical and ethical underpinnings of social work, examining the various theories and approaches that have emerged throughout history. He discusses the role of religion, government, and private organizations in social work, and the challenges and opportunities they have faced in addressing social problems.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of social work and its impact on society, from the early days of charity work to the modern-day profession. It is a valuable resource for social workers, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of social welfare and the role of social work in promoting social justice and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1160007829
• ISBN13: 9781160007825
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"