If you are looking for , these are the specific chapters you will find most highlighted by previous readers.

The first section of the book acts as the historical and philosophical bedrock. It answers the question: Where does social work come from?

You can purchase physical copies on local e-commerce sites like Daraz Pakistan or educational platforms like Ilmi Book House .

| Feature | Dr. Khalid's "Social Work: Theory and Practice" | General International Social Work Textbooks | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Specifically tailored to Pakistan and the South Asian context | Global/Western context (primarily UK, US, Europe) | | Theoretical Approach | Balances universal theories with local adaptation and examples | Focuses on universal theories, often with Western case studies | | Cultural Relevance | Directly addresses local issues like rural development, traditional family structures, and specific cultural values | May contain less reference to non-Western cultural nuances | | Practice Methods | Discusses methods with clear application for NGOs, government programs, and community outreach within Pakistan | Discusses methods within the framework of Western welfare systems | | Primary Audience | Pakistani students, CSS/PMS candidates, local practitioners | Students and practitioners in a global academic setting | | Key Strengths | Highly practical, culturally resonant, and directly applicable to local challenges | Broad theoretical coverage and global standards of practice |