Politics of German Child Welfare from the Empire to the Federal Republic

Discover the intricate history of German child welfare policy in Politics of German Child Welfare from the Empire to the Federal Republic by Edward Dickinson. Published by Harvard University Press in 1996, this comprehensive hardback edition spans 384 pages, offering an in-depth analysis of the evolution of child welfare in Germany. Dickinson meticulously traces the narrative through a complex landscape of conflict and compromise among various stakeholders, including progressive social reformers, conservative Protestants, Catholics, Social Democrats, feminists, medical professionals, jurists, and the welfare recipients themselves. This essential read provides valuable insights into the social dynamics and political frameworks that shaped child welfare policies in Germany, making it a must-have for scholars and anyone interested in social policy history.