Beschreibung:
This book looks at the lives of six inspirational individuals who have made significant contributions to the well-being of disadvantaged children. Based on documentary research and extensive interviews, the book relates personal histories to wider developments and makes important connections between poverty, inequality and child care policy.
Preface; Acknowledgements; Eleanor Rathbone (1872-1946); Marjory Allen (1897-1976); Barbara Kahan (1920-2000); John Stroud (1923-89); Clare Winnicott (1906-84); Peter Townsend (1928-2009); Bob Holman (1936- ): A child care participant living through the changes; Past, present and future; Epilogue; Bibliography; Index