Economic Theory and the Welfare State

This authoritative collection brings together 100 key articles on the subject of the welfare state selected by one of the world's leading experts. The first volume discusses the economic theory and related matters which underpin analysis of the welfare state. Volume II is about income transfers, especially social security benefits and poverty relief. Volume III looks at benefits in kind, particularly health care and education. This important work provides an analytical background to the subject whilst illustrating the vast array of literature available. It will be invaluable to students and professionals alike.

Economic Theory and the Welfare State features in the following genres: Economic theory and philosophy, Welfare and benefit systems, Political economy

Economic Theory and the Welfare State is available in Hardback

Economic Theory and the Welfare State was written by Nicholas Barr and published by Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

Economic Theory and the Welfare State has 2104 pages

Yes it is part of The International Library of Critical Writings in Economics series series