Heavily grounded in theory and context, this book explores the philosophical issues and debates surrounding social science research to help build solid, logical proposals and move from research concepts to fully realized designs.

Helping the reader get to grips with theory and apply it to qualitative analysis, the authors introduce eight analytical approaches that are key to social science research.

This practical guide offers an approachable introduction to doing hermeneutic phenomenological research across the health and social sciences.

An exciting new introduction to digital social research tools and methods, this book helps readers to manage the huge amounts of data available, and feel confident if they are attempting this sort of research for the first time.

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

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

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.

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.

This book will help researchers to maximize the impact and highlight the innovation of their research by showing them how to get the most out of social media when evaluating, presenting and disseminating their work.