A qualitative research book for the 'doers', this text provides really practical coverage for those that are undertaking research in real-world contexts.

With new chapters on ethics and internet research, this bestselling text has been updated to continue to provide students with an invaluable and balanced introduction to the research process.

With examples from real theses, useful action plans in each chapter and a range of practical tips that are often missed in other books, this is a step-by-step guide to help you excel in your Master's dissertation.

This book offers a comprehensive guide to commissioning, managing and undertaking research in development work. Perfect for both students and practitioners.

In this book, Norman Denzin combines one of the oldest techniques in the social sciences with one of the newest.

In this fabulous little book, David Silverman lays bare what he considers to be good and bad qualitative research and gets readers thinking about how they can come to understand the world and each other better through qualitative methods.

Always engaging and relentlessly pushing the boundaries, this is a must-read from a pioneer in realist research.

A tried and tested guide for undergraduate students on how to write a brilliant dissertation.

Useful strategies and guidance for anyone needing to explore the practical and ethical issues around researching with children and young people.

An easy-to-use primer looking at an area that has frequently been neglected in standard research methods books.