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Books

Reference books are always useful. In this list some books have been reviewed whilst others are listed as recommended reading.

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This is a collection of essays by ‘retiring philanthropy professionals’ in the world of US foundations.
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Foundations are said to be a peculiarly American institution that provide a vital spur to the global economy yet are cloaked in secrecy.
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The first book on SRI specifically written for investment professionals and their clients.
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This collection of essays covers a wide geographical area – from Ireland to Australia via France, Norway, Egypt, India, South Korea and Brazil – and a historical period stretching back
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This small book has a big aim: to illuminate what is happening in American philanthropy today, and what it all means.
Book Review
The aim of this interesting book is to raise awareness of the rich history of European philanthropy, in particular of European charitable trusts and foundations, and to discuss issues concerning it
Book Review
This book has the perhaps unique distinction of being the target of another book’s critique before it was actually published itself.
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Mary Elizabeth Garrett lived from 1854-1915 and was one of the most influential philanthropists of America’s ‘gilded age’, though until now her story has received little attention
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Money Well Spent is a handbook on strategic philanthropy, aimed at practitioners eager to create impact, rather than those interested in academic debates about the history, philosophy or practice o
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There is a certain type of book on philanthropy, written by North American authors, that ought to carry a sticker on the cover for UK readers ‘Warning: the assumptions in this book could seri

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