Faith in the Poor (New edition) by Bob Holman, ISBN 9780745942377

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This portrait of poverty in Britain argues that the poor should be given a hearing. Seven individuals portray their experiences of poverty including Emily, who neglected as a child fell into prostitution and is now married in abject poverty. The author argues that the views of the poor are ignored in policy decisions that affect them. The text considers implications for policy and practice: understanding poverty; poverty and social problems; social work practice; neighbourhood support; churches and social policy.