Mollycoddling the Feckless

A year or so back I read a book titled The Secret Barrister, having had very little contact (thankfully) with the legal services the book was both enlightening and depressing, I have contact with Social Workers as my profession and theirs often overlap, I read this book with only a comfort break and I found this book even more enlightening and depressing than the secret barrister, my admiration for the author and social workers is at an all time high, this is a book that should be mandatory reading and not just for professionals that have contact with social workers, I recommend this book unreservedly

A very well written and enjoyable book that gives you a real insight into the work and struggles of people on the front line with vulnerable clients. This is a sector I have worked in, and I think Alistair represents the dedication of staff and the difficulties they face very well. I enjoyed the humour, and the way the author presents his material without judgement or rancour. I would highly recommend this book as an excellent antidote to the social worker bashing that goes on in our tabloid press.

The author gives a vivid look at what life as a social worker is like. Even though the author is a Scottish social worker, they encountered many of the issues we do in the United States. I highly recommend this one!