Welfare /
Mary Daly.
- Cambridge : Polity, c2011.
- viii, 203 p. ; 22 cm.
- Key concepts series .
- Key concepts series. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Short introductory overview of the diverse theories and applications of the concept of 'welfare' across the social sciences. Defines 'welfare' in a broad sense, taking in issues such as well-being, social rights, etc., rather than just looking at the welfare state or economic welfare.