by Brian Fife (Author), Brian Fife (Author)
Applying lessons from history to the reality of poverty today in the United States-the most affluent country in the world-this book analyzes contributing factors to poverty and proposes steps to relieve people affected by it.
* Merges theory, real-life stories, and data analysis for a comprehensive view of poverty
* Addresses poverty in the United States through an interdisciplinary approach
* Offers proactive measures to reduce the U.S. poverty level
* Emphasizes the value of learning from history to stop mistakes that can still be avoided
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 248
Publisher: Praeger
Published: 30 Apr 2018
ISBN 10: 1440832811
ISBN 13: 9781440832819
Brian L. Fife is professor and chair of the Department of Public Policy at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. His publications include Old School Still Matters: Lessons from History to Reform Public Education in America.