'Narrowly defined, social ad ministration is the study of the development, structure and practice of the social services. Broadly def in-ed, it is an attempt to apply the social sciences, including philosophy, to the analysis and solution of a changing range oi s6cial problems. It must be taught in both these senses if it is to be of any value' D.V.Donnison
This book of Readings places social administration in D.V.Donnison’s broad framework. Each section introduces the main theoretical models of sociology, psychology, economics, history, philosophy and politics and applies these models to the concepts and practical work of social administration. Many complex, practical issues such as housing, income distribution and mental illness are discussed in depth as the relevance of each social science is examined.