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'Undoubtedly, Anti-Discriminatory Practice remains an important text for us all.' - British Journal of Social Work
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Contents: Preface to the First Edition - Preface to the Second Edition - Acknowledgements - Introduction - The Theory Base - Gender and Sexism - Ethnicity and Racism - Ageism and Alienation - Disability and Social Handicap - Other Sources of Oppression - Conclusion - Bibliography - Index --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Contents: Preface to the First Edition - Preface to the Second Edition - Acknowledgements - Introduction - The Theory Base - Gender and Sexism - Ethnicity and Racism - Ageism and Alienation - Disability and Social Handicap - Other Sources of Oppression - Conclusion - Bibliography - Index --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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If seriously considering anti-oppressive or discriminatory practice, perhaps it should have been called an introduction to anti-oppressive or discriminatory practices.
As a result I dont believe that criticisms of epistemological analysis and comparisons with A level sociology are fair, infact I think they indicate the sympathies of the previous reviewer and sociology has really moved on from the epistemological discussions and philosophical debates of Hobbes, Locke et al.
I would say that there are much more interesting and illustrative examples of discrimination, power and oppression in James C Scott's Domination and the Arts of Resistance, however Thompson's model of oppression occuring at the personal, cultural and structural levels should be a spur to further thinking and investigation.
I have only given it three stars since it can only really serve as an introduction to the topic, its written, in the style of the staple of social work practitioner texts, which is less than compelling, has little or no narrative style and reads a lot like DVD player instructions or the continually circulating body of knowledge in all the paper exercises social services training units have invented.
It doesnt tackle the issues of discrimination or oppression of professionals contra other professionals or agencies, which David Howe did in an earlier book which may be out of print now, it does make it appear like oppression is easily defeated and doesnt at all have the health warning that this sort of thing really ought to be accompanied with.
As a result I dont believe that criticisms of epistemological analysis and comparisons with A level sociology are fair, infact I think they indicate the sympathies of the previous reviewer and sociology has really moved on from the epistemological discussions and philosophical debates of Hobbes, Locke et al.
I would say that there are much more interesting and illustrative examples of discrimination, power and oppression in James C Scott's Domination and the Arts of Resistance, however Thompson's model of oppression occuring at the personal, cultural and structural levels should be a spur to further thinking and investigation.
I have only given it three stars since it can only really serve as an introduction to the topic, its written, in the style of the staple of social work practitioner texts, which is less than compelling, has little or no narrative style and reads a lot like DVD player instructions or the continually circulating body of knowledge in all the paper exercises social services training units have invented.
It doesnt tackle the issues of discrimination or oppression of professionals contra other professionals or agencies, which David Howe did in an earlier book which may be out of print now, it does make it appear like oppression is easily defeated and doesnt at all have the health warning that this sort of thing really ought to be accompanied with.
By Tao Wells
Format:Paperback
By replacing class with "Social Structure", Thompson removes the political conundrum of ever having to address the inequalities of capitalism contribution to the very conditions needed for the existence of Social work. Beautifully depoliticized, class though acknowledged as "significant" is skipped over while every other social divisor is given a chapter each. Brutal and Blatant piece of Hegemonic thought.
By nkechi N
Format:Paperback
I have found this book very interesting and informative. It has also led me to other relevant materials which I have bought. I recommend this book to anyone researching anti discrimination studies
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Essential for student social workers
Bought this book to support my degree course in social work. Have used it for references many times in essays/course work/ reflective accounts. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Gordy D
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Essential reading for a first year!
As a first year Social Work Student, this was on our reading list and we were strongly advised to purchase a copy. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2009 by Karen Barlow
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SOCIAL WORK TEXT BOOK
THIS BOOK IS A MUST HAVE FOR ALL SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS. CAN BE USED THROUGH OUT THE 3 YEAR COURSE
Published on 11 Oct 2009 by Mrs. Kerry C. Cannon
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not enough depth
As a first year student we were recommended this book to complete our first assignments. I felt it gave a basic overview of the whole concept and I was not left satisfied. Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2008 by Pollyanna Cutetickle
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A level sociology revisited
An at times simplistic account of forms of discrimination which rarely attempts any real depth of analysis. Read more
Published on 18 Sep 2003
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not entirely an anti- discriminatory view.
As a social work student I thought that this book would look at examples that occurr everyday when trying to work in an anti-discriminatory way. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2003
5.0 out of 5 stars
An essential book for positive practice!
Neil Thompson has undoubtedly produced a book that forms the foundation of good practice for any social worker or student social worker. Read more
Published on 5 July 2001
5.0 out of 5 stars
An essential book for positive practice!
Neil Thompson has undoubtedly produced a book that forms the foundation of good practice for any social worker or student social worker. Read more
Published on 5 July 2001
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you are a social worker you should read this book!
Neil Thompson has written a book about social work practice which should be obligatory reading. Every "-ism" to watch out for has been highlighted here, and even... Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2000 by AlbaMac
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