Includes bibliographical references (pages 169-188) and index.
From metaphor to concept -- Networks in use -- A walk on the dark side -- Future tense or present perfect? : social capital in a changing world -- Policy and politics : social capital in the real world.
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Explains the theoretical underpinning of social capital, the empirical work that has been done to explore its operation, and the influence that it has had on public policy and practice. This book includes guides to further reading and a list of websites.