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Welfare and Old Age in Europe and North America

Welfare and Old Age in Europe and North America

Bernard Harris

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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2012
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Historia de la medicina
ISBN:
9781848931893

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Over the last twenty years, historians have become increasingly interested in the role of non-state organizations in the development of welfare services. This study is particularly focused on the role of friendly societies and other insurance bodies in the provision of aid for the elderly and the sick.

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