About this Book

Qualitative Research Methods is an indispensable, definitive collection of readings for students undertaking any kind of social science inquiry. These readings represent the finest classic and contemporary scholarship in the field. Each conceptually accessible article includes an editorial introduction for students using and studying research methods for the first time. This volume will acquaint students with not only the full range of contemporary qualitative research methods, but also the location of these methods in wider scientific breakthroughs.