Critical Theory for Social Work: A Simple Introduction

Covering a range of important social theorists – from W.E.B. Du Bois to Judith Butler – this accessibly written textbook encourages critical thinking and critical approaches to social work, providing an entry point for anyone interested in thinking theoretically about practice.

Key features include:

• essential terms explained throughout;

• end—of—chapter prompts to promote further thinking from students;

• suggestions for further reading complete with commentary; and

• companion websit...