Poverty / by Marcia Amidon Lusted.

Author/creator Lüsted, Marcia Amidon
Format Book
Publication InfoEdina, Minn. : ABDO Pub., ©2010.
Description112 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 24 cm.
Subjects

SeriesEssential issues
Essential issues. ^A1063205
Contents What is poverty? -- A history of poverty -- Poverty today -- The underlying causes -- Homelessness -- Poverty and education -- Poverty and health -- Poverty and mental health -- The social issues of poverty -- Addressing poverty.
Abstract Discusses the historical background of poverty, causes of poverty, as well as the effects of poverty, including homelessness, poor education, and poor mental and physical health.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 102) and index.
LCCN 2009030333
ISBN9781604539578 (lib. bdg.)
ISBN1604539577 (lib. bdg.)

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Joyner TRC Nonfiction 362.5 L9764P ✔ Available Place Hold