Social capital and lifelong learning are central to current policy concerns both in the UK and internationally. This book confirms the significance of social ca

With contributions from around the world, this book brings together inter-related research from three fields: social capital, place management and lifelong lear

The term 'social capital' is a way of conceptualizing the intangible resources of community, shared values and trust upon which we draw in daily life. It has ac

This volume critically explores themes of belonging, learning and community, drawing on a range of research studies conducted with adult learners in formal and