Paul Henderson – författare

Since the late 1960s, community work had emerged in its own right as an occupation with an increasingly important contribution to make both to ways of thinking within the field of social policy, and to day-to-day social work practice and the resolution of pressing community issues. Its practitioners had grown in numbers and experience, while community work ideas and methods continued to influence developments in a variety of other ‘neighbouring’ occupations. Originally published in 1980, the editors of this NISW collection suggest that if community workers are to remain effective, then they must stay on the boundaries of the agencies that employ them and of the groups with whom they work. This theme of the ‘boundary nature’ of community work is examined in detail in the Introduction and is subsequently taken up by the other contributors to the book.

This title is organised under three main headings – a survey section on the history, philosophy and theories of community work in the United Kingdom; a series of case studies that suggest the diversity of the interests of community work; and an analysis of the growth of community work as an occupation and the spread of its influence through related professions and disciplines.

This mix of theory, practice and analysis made the book of special importance both to practising community workers and to community work teachers and students at the time. In addition, the book would have been of direct interest to community oriented administrators, professionals, teachers and students in other human service fields such as health, education, housing, planning and the personal social services, as well as to elected members and administrators in central and local government more generally. It will now be welcomed by anyone who seeks a critical account of the historical activities of community work, written by experienced practitioners and teachers.

Since the late 1960s, community work had emerged in its own right as an occupation with an increasingly important contribution to make both to ways of thinking within the field of social policy, and to day-to-day social work practice and the resolution of pressing community issues. Its practitioners had grown in numbers and experience, while community work ideas and methods continued to influence developments in a variety of other ‘neighbouring’ occupations. Originally published in 1980, the editors of this NISW collection suggest that if community workers are to remain effective, then they must stay on the boundaries of the agencies that employ them and of the groups with whom they work. This theme of the ‘boundary nature’ of community work is examined in detail in the Introduction and is subsequently taken up by the other contributors to the book.

This title is organised under three main headings – a survey section on the history, philosophy and theories of community work in the United Kingdom; a series of case studies that suggest the diversity of the interests of community work; and an analysis of the growth of community work as an occupation and the spread of its influence through related professions and disciplines.

This mix of theory, practice and analysis made the book of special importance both to practising community workers and to community work teachers and students at the time. In addition, the book would have been of direct interest to community oriented administrators, professionals, teachers and students in other human service fields such as health, education, housing, planning and the personal social services, as well as to elected members and administrators in central and local government more generally. It will now be welcomed by anyone who seeks a critical account of the historical activities of community work, written by experienced practitioners and teachers.

Skills in Neighbourhood Work is a practice textbook. It explains the skills, knowledge and techniques needed by community workers and other practitioners to work effectively in and with communities.

While the principles and methods it describes have stood the test of time, the political, economic and social changes which have taken place since the book was first published have made new editions essential. Rewritten and updated to include new practice examples, this fifth edition retains all the practical information needed by the student or practitioner but sets it in the contemporary context. Including a European perspective and views from North America and Australia, it covers:

Starting, supporting and ending work with community groups

Evaluation

Data collection

Goals and priorities

Making contacts

Group work

Helping groups work with other organisations.

This invaluable textbook is essential reading for students and practitioners of community work.

Skills in Neighbourhood Work is a practice textbook. It explains the skills, knowledge and techniques needed by community workers and other practitioners to work effectively in and with communities.

While the principles and methods it describes have stood the test of time, the political, economic and social changes which have taken place since the book was first published have made new editions essential. Rewritten and updated to include new practice examples, this fifth edition retains all the practical information needed by the student or practitioner but sets it in the contemporary context. Including a European perspective and views from North America and Australia, it covers:

Starting, supporting and ending work with community groups

Evaluation

Data collection

Goals and priorities

Making contacts

Group work

Helping groups work with other organisations.

This invaluable textbook is essential reading for students and practitioners of community work.

Foreword by Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button.

''If food is the new Rock ''N'' Roll, this recipe book is Sgt. Pepper''s.'' - Heston Blumenthal.From the magazine synonymous with style comes the ultimate cookbook for men with discerning taste.Featuring recipes from the UK''s best restaurants, plus tips and techniques from the country''s top chefs, GQ Eats is an indispensable guide for enthusiastic home cooks, sophisticated diners and good-food fanatics. This is the best of British food for men who want to cook and for women who want to know what to feed them. With contributions from leading chefs and food writers including: Jason Atherton; Raymond Blanc; Heston Blumenthal; Fergus Henderson; Giorgio Locatelli; Yotam Ottolenghi; Oliver Peyton; Gordon Ramsay; Mark Hix; Michel Roux Jnr; Marcus Wareing and Bryn Williams.The recipes provide inspiration for any occasion, from Brilliant Breakfasts to food for a Boys'' Night In (Daniel Boulud''s Coq au Vin), Michelin-star Meals such as Giorgio Locatelli''s Tomato and Chilli Pasta with Prawns and Gordon Ramsay''s Honey and Cider Roast Leg of Lamb, and Rock ''n'' Roll Roasts - from Pitt Cue''s pulled pork to Mark Hix''s Roast Chicken. Remember to save room for alfresco feasts, delectable desserts and killer cocktails.Accompanied by images from brilliant photographers Romas Ford and Tom Schierlitz, GQ has created a cutting-edge compendium of recipes to cook again and again.Contents Includes:BRILLIANT BREAKFASTSStart the day the GQ way with American pancakes, eggs Benedict, or the best bacon sandwich.BEST OF BRITISHIncluding Mark Hix'' bubble and squeak, Fergus Henderson''s veal and pea soup, Simon Wadham''s potted shrimps and Billy Reid''s Lancashire hotpot.BOYS'' NIGHT INMan-sized meals best served with beer, wine, or both, including Daniel Boulud''s coq au vin, Karam Sethi''s seekh kebabs and William Leigh''s fried chicken nuggets.HEALTH-CONSCIOUS CLASSICSMake-overs of food favourites for men who want a healthy option, including chicken korma, a healthy burger and Stuart Gillies'' shepherd''s pie.MICHELIN-STAR MEALSMichelin-star chefs demonstrate their talents, including John Campbell''s wild mushroom risotto, Giorgio Locatelli''s tomato and chilli pasta with prawns, Daniel Boulud''s steak tartare and Michel Roux Jnr''s lobster mango salad.ALFRESCO FEASTSThe great outdoors gets even greater thanks to GQ. Includes recipes for sandwiches, burgers, kebabs, salads and wraps, plus advice on how to become the king of the barbecue.PUB FOOD FAVOURITESWhether it is Claude Bosi''s sausage roll, Jason Atherton''s salt and pepper squid, Heston Blumenthal''s Scotch egg or Ramond Blanc''s French onion soup, theserecipes will have everyone coming back for more.ROCK ''N'' ROLL ROASTSYou can''t beat our meat. Chicken, beef, pork, lamb, even a guide to smokingyour own Pitt Cue pulled pork.JUST DESSERTSBecause real men do eat mousse, syllabub and sorbet... sometimes.COCKTAIL HOURCreations from bar legends.

To what extent are the ideas and practice of community development across Europe similar? Community Development and Civil Society explores this question with special reference to the UK and Hungary and shows how community development connects powerfully with civil society, a concept that today has global significance.

Paul Henderson and Ilona Vercseg argue that community development is both a profession and a social movement and is relevant to a wide range of issues.They interweave case studies with discussion of principles and theory.The book''s critical and accessible approach will appeal especially to students and practitioners.