Since 1997 Representation has been the go-to textbook for students learning the tools to question and critically analyze media texts and images. This long-awaited third edition has been updated throughout to engage with the impact of digital technology and culture, and the changes in political culture, social movements and the cultural industries. The new edition includes: A new preface by Sean Nixon, focusing on digital media, and theories of representation. A new Afterword by Kobena Mercer ...

Fresh, practical and classroom tested this is a clear introduction to the basics of statistical analysis that uses humour and honesty to grab students’ attention.

Updated to reflect changes in both research and methods, this Third Edition of Remler and Van Ryzin's innovative, standard-setting text is imbued with a deep commitment to making social and policy research methods accessible and meaningful.

The second edition of Qualitative Research focuses on cultivating and bridging theoretical, methodological, and conceptual aspects to provide insight into their interactions in qualitative research. This comprehensive text helps students understand the central concepts, topics, and skills necessary to engage in rigorous, valid, and respectful qualitative research.

This book focuses on the conceptual, historical, and material maintenance of "race" and race thinking, with a particular focus on racial trauma as a system of violence enacted on marginalised identities by systemic, narcissistic structures of white supremacy.

A step-by-step guide to social work practice; assessment, planning, intervention, and review

A classic standalone title that meets a specific, and ongoing, need of the qualitative research community.  A sophisticated and nuanced introduction to coding qualitative data that is used by researchers, students, and lecturers around the world.

An encyclopedic introduction to research, showing students how to approach each stage of their research project and develop the skills needed to apply methodological concepts.

Full of practical tips, exercises and summaries, this book continues to be a masterclass in qualitative research for students and researchers across the social sciences and beyond.