The implications of population ageing have long concerned politicians, policy makers and governmental and non-governmental organizations in the welfare states of Europe. However, an ageing workforce is increasingly a matter of concern for the developed and fast-developing countries of Asia. Japan leads the field in this respect on account of the speed of its postwar economic development. But the little tigers of Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan are poised to catch up, and Malay...

Across the EU, populations are shrinking and ageing. An increasing burden is being placed on a smaller working population to generate the taxes required for pensions and care costs. Welfare states are weakening in many countries and across Europe, households are being increasingly expected to plan for their retirement and future care needs within this risky environment. At the same time, the proportion of people buying their own home in most countries has risen, so that some two-thirds of ...

The cut flower and foliage industry is a global business with major production locations in North America, South America, Central America, East Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Few other horticulture crops are as ubiquitous, yet the production techniques and challenges are universal. This book describes the main international production locations and markets, including current trends and directions. The focus is on production in protected cultivation. The m...

This meticulously edited Goethe collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Novels & Novellas: The Sorrows of Young Werther Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship Wilhelm Meister's Journeyman Years Elective Affinities The Good Women Novella; or, A Tale The Recreations of the German Emigrants - Green Snake and the Beautiful Lily (A Fairy Tale) Plays The Wayward Lover; or, The Lover's Caprice Goetz Von Berlichingen with the Iron Hand Clavigo Stella Br...

In "The Collected Works: 200+ Novels, Plays, Poems, Essays & Autobiography," Johann Wolfgang von Goethe presents an unparalleled tapestry of German literature that showcases his multifaceted genius. His oeuvre embodies the convergence of Enlightenment ideals with Romantic sensibilities, characterized by a profound exploration of individualism and nature. The collection includes seminal works such as "Faust," which delves into the human condition through a Faustian bargain, and his lesser-k...

This title was first published in 2000: An exploration of the ways in which social welfare in two countries, half a world apart, may have similarities. Through identification of the differences and similarities of social welfare in Britain and Malaysia, the editors hope that we may be able to learn from one another as well as to contribute to debates both in our countries about how to respond to globalization and about global social policy. Accordingly, the contributors arranged themselves...

The Collected Works of Goethe is a monumental compilation that encapsulates the vast literary genius of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, encapsulating his poetry, prose, and dramatic works. Renowned for his exploration of themes such as individuality, the interplay of nature and spirit, and the quest for meaning, Goethe employs a variety of literary styles ranging from the lyrical to the philosophical. His intricate narrative structures and deep character development reflect not only the Enligh...

The Collected Works of Goethe encompasses the vast literary contributions of one of the most significant figures of German literature, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Spanning poetry, drama, and prose, this collection reveals Goethe's mastery of form and language, reflecting the complexities of the human condition. His works are imbued with the Romantic ideals of individuality and nature, often intertwining philosophical thought within narratives that illuminate the struggles of the soul. Goet...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's collection of works, consisting of over 200 novels, plays, poems, essays, and autobiography, showcases the incredible range and depth of the author's literary genius. Through his writing, Goethe explores themes of love, nature, society, and the human experience in a style that seamlessly blends romanticism with classical influences. This collection is a treasure trove for any literature enthusiast looking to delve into the works of one of the greatest German wr...

Legislators, journalists and concerned citizens in general, when consider ing what to do about the plague of heroin addiction in large cities, ask an obvious question: "Is methadone treatment effective?" This question is a critical one since maintenance with methadone is at present the only prac tical alternative to leaving tens of thousands (in New York City, hundreds of thousands) of untreated addicts on the streets. Other treatments, although effective for limited groups, could not conc...