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Psychologist Robert Coles examines voluntarism through his own experiences and the oral history of others. He seeks the roots of altruism in religious and social service.


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"[Coles'] exploration of service...is sophisticated and useful, but the heart of this large-hearted book is its stories about service given and received."

THE CALL OF SERVICE, A Witness to Idealism

by Coles, Robert

First Edition

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Book description: Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1993 First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

  • Bookseller: Holly Knoll Books US (US)
  • Bookseller Inventory #: 58247
  • Format/binding: Hardcover
  • Book condition: Fine
  • Jacket condition: Fine
  • Edition: First Edition
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • ISBN 10: 0395636477
  • ISBN 13: 9780395636473
  • Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
  • Place: Boston
  • Date published: 1993
  • Size: 6.5 x 9.25 x 1 inches
  • LCCN: HV91.C62 1993
  • Dewey: 361.973
  • Weight: 1.3 pounds
  • Subjects: RELIGION / Comparative Religion;

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