Explains basic principles about survey research, such as what surveys are, which types are available and what is involved in producing high quality surveys.

Introducing students to the concepts of statistics, stripping away any technical jargon and mathematical language, this book sets out the tools needed by those doing statistical procedures for the first time, or those in need of a refresher.

Against the common assumption that identity 'always mattered', Marie Moran shows that what we now think of routinely as 'personal identity' actually only emerged with the explosion of consumption in the late 20th Century.

A cutting edge, practical guide to actor-centred social network analysis from the highly respected team at the University of Manchester.

Looking at discourse and narrative methods in their interrelations, this book offers readers an orientation within this broad and contested area and develops concrete analytical strategies for those who wish to explore both or one of these fields.

A clear, contemporary, and student-friendly exploration of age and ageing as it relates to culture and society.

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.

Unlike other publications, this is a book on using propensity scores without using matrix or vector algebra.

The author shows the reader how to obtain, categorize, and analyze different media documents in this entry in the Qualitative Research Methods series