Description: This book, based on in-depth interviews of radical social workers, who at one time were associated with the Catalyst collective, explores through oral history the social psychological effects of upward mobility on political ideology.
Brief description: David Wagner PhD, is emeritus professor of social work and sociology at the University of Southern Maine. He is author of ten books including Checkerboard Square: Culture and Resistance in a Homeless Community.
Review Quotes:
"Readers interested in social activism and the history of radical social work will find this a valuable study of individual changes." --Adult Residential Care Journal
"...this book provides an insightful journey into the meaning of radicalism as a personal and professional philosophy." --Families In Society: S Journal Of Contemporary Social Sciences "It is, to say the least, a fascinating read and a most provocative text." --Journal Of Progressive Human Services "...presents a very fascinating account of factors which contribute to the reasons why some individuals sustain a commitment to activism and others do not." --Humanity & Society "...should be required reading for all social work students and professionals." --Social Work "...a valuable picture of the times and of the collective studied." --Choice Reviews "Readers interested in social activism and the history of radical social work will find this a valuable study of individual changes." --Adult Residential Care Journal "...this book provides an insightful journey into the meaning of radicalism as a personal and professional philosophy." --Families In Society: S Journal Of Contemporary Social Sciences "It is, to say the least, a fascinating read and a most provocative text." --Journal Of Progressive Human Services "...presents a very fascinating account of factors which contribute to the reasons why some individuals sustain a commitment to activism and others do not." --Humanity & Society "...should be required reading for all social work students and professionals." --Social Work