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This book defines the current identity of community studies, provides a critical but reliable introduction tits key concepts, and is an engaging guide tthe key social research methods used by community researchers and practitioners Concise but clear, it caters for the needs of those interested in community studies by offering cross-referenced, accessible overviews of the key theoretical issues that have the most influence on community studies todayIt incorporates all of the important frames of reference including those which are: Theoretical Research focused Practice and policy oriented PoliticalConcerned about the place of community in everyday lifeThe extensive bibliographies and up-to-date guides tfurther reading reinforce the aim of the book tprovide an invaluable learning resourceInterdisciplinary in approach and inventive in its range of applications this book will be of value tstudents studying sociology, social policy, politics and community development
