“jane lewis”

The politics of the Third Way reflects an attempt by many contemporary social democracies to forge a new political settlement which is fitted to the conditions of a modern society and new global economy, but which retains the goals of social cohesion and egalitarianism. It seeks to differentiate its... More

Over the past quarter-century, the pace of family change in most western countries has been extremely rapid; we have witnessed the substantial erosion of the traditional, male-breadwinner, two-parent family form. This change inherently makes obsolete those laws and policies that assume the breadwinn... More

Based on a long-term study of the policies of several European nations towards lone mothers, this book reveals the contrasting attitudes in today's Europe towards lone mothers, and how they have been treated and categorized. The contributors also examine the role of men as both carers and cash-provi... More

This is a "how to" book on qualitative methods written by people who do qualitative research for a living.... It is likely to become the standard manual on all graduate and undergraduate courses on qualitative methods' - "Professor Robert Walker, School of Sociology and Social Policy, University of ... More

Based on the author's own experience of adopting a child from China, this inspiring story is ideal for "lap-reading, " and encourages parents and their children to talk about their "first meeting, " whether it was by birth or in an adoption agency. Full color.In simple, heartfelt language, "I Love Y... More

In this delightful companion to the "New York Times" bestseller "I Love you Like Crazy Cakes," Lewis and Dyer capture the richness of both Chinese and American cultures in a poignant tribute to the growing bond of love only a parent and child can know. Full color.In I Love You Like Crazy Cakes, Rose... More

From the ancient Mayan civilization to modern Mexico city, young readers discover the people, festivals, and food that make Mexico so attractive. Full color.Lavishly illustrated with artwork and amazing photographs, Alphabasics are a combination of ABC books and picture dictionaries. Each book names... More

Color illustrations, period photographs, and fine-art reproductions highlight the history of the adventurous women who helped settle the Old West. The many challenges faced by the brave women in establishing new lives are described.Bobbie Kalman, author of the acclaimed Historic Communities and Earl... More

The loyal subjects of the kingdom of Hairia pride themselves on having great hair. But--shock, horror--the whole kingdom has just had its first bad hair day--and there are lice everywhere. This lively book goes beyond the entertaining story to touch on the topic of lice prevention. Full color.The lo... More