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The Call of Service

by Robert Coles

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"A moving and often inspiring account of how individuals try to be responsible for their world".--Washington Post. In this passionate book filled with profound stories, a Pulitzer Prize winner explores the compelling nature of idealism--what inspires it and sustains it, how it is expressed, and its importance to both individuals and society.

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In this book, Coles explores the concept of idealism and why it necessary to the individual and society.
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About the Author

Robert Coles is a winner of the National Medal of Freedom.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780395710845
Author:
Coles, Robert
Publisher:
Mariner Books
Location:
Boston :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Sociology - General
Subject:
Social Services & Welfare
Subject:
Social Work
Subject:
Social service
Subject:
Work
Subject:
Volunteer workers in social service
Subject:
Voluntarism
Subject:
Vocation
Subject:
Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare
Subject:
Social service -- United States.
Copyright:
1994
Edition Description:
Trade Paper
Series Volume:
SCS/79/WP/85
Publication Date:
November 1994
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
8.31x5.46x.72 in. .85 lbs.
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