Updating the successfulfirst edition, this bookoffers an insightful comparative study of welfare provision throughout the developed world. Written by international experts, the book explores policy development, organization, changes and trends. This is an indispensable resource for all students and scholars of global social policy.

Introduction and Acknowledgements; P.Alcock & G.Craig - The International Context; P.Alcock & G.Craig - An American Welfare State?; J.Clarke with F.F.Piven - ...