Alvin Finkel Livres

The history of labor in Alberta is explored through over two hundred interviews with workers, leaders, and activists, alongside archival records. This narrative challenges the perception of Alberta as a homogenous province by highlighting the diverse experiences of workers from various backgrounds. It emphasizes their collective struggle against exploitation, while also addressing the roles of women and minority workers in the labor movement. The book provides a detailed analysis of the province's political and economic landscape, illustrating the ongoing fight for social justice and improved conditions.

"Social Policy and Practice in Canada: A History traces the history of social policy in Canada from the period of First Nations' control to the present day, exploring the various ways in which residents of the area known today as Canada have organized themselves to deal with (or to ignore) the needs of the ill, the poor, the elderly, and the young."--BOOK JACKET.

Exploring the evolution of societal responses to vulnerability, the book examines historical and contemporary perspectives on compassion across cultures. Alvin Finkel analyzes the influence of economic changes, colonialism, political structures, and social factors like gender, race, and class on the definition of rights for individuals and communities in need. This comprehensive study highlights the complexities of compassion and its role in shaping social justice throughout history.

An account of the origins of World War Two which challenges conventional beliefs that Chamberlain was naive and deceived by Hitler's intentions, providing evidence that certain British leaders welcomed Nazism as an alternative to Communism.