American Social Welfare Policy A Pluralist Approach 9th Edition By Howard Karger, David Stoesz
"American Social Welfare Policy: A Pluralist Approach, 9th Edition" by Howard Karger and David Stoesz is a textbook that examines social welfare policy in the U.S. and is available for purchase in both print and digital formats from several online retailers. Product Details
- Authors: Howard Karger and David Stoesz.
- Publisher: Pearson.
- Publication Date: February 1, 2022.
- Edition: 9th.
- Print ISBN-13: 978-0137472246.
- Digital/eTextbook ISBN-13: 978-0137472291, 978-0137472314, among others.
Where to BuyYou can purchase the book in various formats from the following online retailers. Prices and availability may vary based on condition (new, used, rental, eTextbook):
| Merchant | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon.com | Paperback (New & Used) | Varies, new from ~$53.53, used from ~$2.53 |
| VitalSource | eTextbook | ~$89.99 |
| Pearson | Print or eTextbook (rental options available) | Print: ~$84.99, eTextbook from ~$9.99/mo or ~$89.94 one-time |
| eCampus.com | Print (Rental/Purchase) & Digital | Rental: ~$84.99, Purchase: ~$174.99 |
Key Features:
According to Pearson, the 9th edition provides a comprehensive, balanced overview of social welfare policy using a policy analysis framework.
- Updated Content: The text includes extensive updates on the impacts of the Trump administration and the COVID-19 pandemic on social welfare policy.
- New Chapter: This edition features a new chapter dedicated to education and social policy, examining how educational access affects poverty and opportunity.
- Policy Analysis Framework: The book helps students understand core concepts and the social, political, and economic forces that shape the U.S. welfare state.
- Current Issues: Discussions on the 2020 election results, Biden's stimulus packages, and the Me Too movement are included.