Acting as a practical and theoretical guide to doing narrative research, this book considers issues such as reflexivity, interpretation and the research context, helping readers to gain a well-rounded view of narrative methods research

Taking a thematic approach, this is an ideal beginner's text for students to understand the relationship between childhood and society.

Whether a research student or experienced researcher, this book explains how to conceptualise and ethically conduct research, analyse and theorise from multiple perspectives, and disseminate and publish.

A cutting edge exploration of this vital sociological sub-discipline. 40 original chapters offering a much needed international approach to cultural sociology.

Provides a landmark overview of the field of early childhood research and sets an agenda for early childhood research into the future.

Providing exemplar lessons. with detailed explorations of theory the behind them, this book encourages trainees to consider the teaching of grammar critically and to envisage how they can shape lessons to effectively teach grammar.

Now in an updated second edition, this book continues to explore the links between psychology and crime, taking the reader through psychological explanations of crime and the use of psychology within the criminal justice system.

With its unique modelling and mapping of social processes, investigative research offers an alternative approach to social research. This book guides you through the theoretical grounding and rules you need to effectively combine the evidence-based explanations of social behaviour and distinctive strategies of data collection associated with investigative research.

With new contributions from research in South East Asia, the Middle East, China, Japan, Australasia, and North America, the new edition of this handbook analyses the origins, interpretations and contributions of international education and explores key contemporary developments