Social Research: Issues, Methods and Process

Social Research: Issues, Methods, and Process 5th edition is a comprehensive guide to social research, covering theory, methods, and process. It is written by two experienced researchers and is divided into three parts: issues and perspectives, methods, and reflections on the process. The book includes updated chapters on working across boundaries and digital research, as well as broader consideration of intersectionality and de-colonial research methods. It is designed to support and inspire students and academics in the social sciences, providing a clear and accessible writing style that enables them to identify key issues in social research and navigate them successfully.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 20 June 2022
Publisher: Open University Press

In the era of a wealth of visual, qualitative, and informative knowledge about the social world, a conscientious guide to social research becomes increasingly valuable. This book is a testament to the author's expertise and knowledge, as it is written with clarity, engagement, and genuine interest.

Dr. Pamela Odih, a Senior Lecturer at Goldsmiths University of London, UK, has praised the book, stating that it is "a knowledgeably written, highly engaging, and genuinely interesting book." She further adds that the focus on intersectionality, decoloniality, digital methods, participatory approaches, and the relationship between knowledge, power, and action are compelling new additions to the field.

Anastasia Christou, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Middlesex University, UK, also commends the book, stating that it is "the best kind of companion for social researchers." She praises its clear, concise, and practical overview of the foundations of social research, grounded in critical reflection about ethics and power. Dr. Oliver Escobar, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, UK, also praises the book, stating that it combines a sophisticated approach to the unity of theory, method, and context with clarity and approachability.

Malcolm Williams, a Professor and Co-Director of the Q-Step Centre at Cardiff University, UK, also commends the book, stating that it is "richly deserved." He praises the book's combination of a sophisticated approach to the unity of theory, method, and context with clarity and approachability.

Davydd J. Greenwood, a Goldwin Smith Professor of Anthropology Emeritus at Cornell University, USA, and a Corresponding Member of the Spanish Royal Academy of Moral and Political Sciences, also praises the book, stating that it is "elegantly structured and beautifully written, as is always the case with May and Perry's work."

Fully revised and updated, Social Research: Issues, Methods, and Process, 5th edition, bridges the gap between theory and methods in social research and provides a clear and comprehensive understanding of these essential components for understanding the dynamics of social relations. The book is designed to be equally valuable for newcomers to the field as well as experienced researchers, and its elegant structure and beautifully written content make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in social research.

In conclusion, Social Research: Issues, Methods, and Process, 5th edition, is a highly recommended book for anyone interested in social research. Its comprehensive coverage of theory, methods, and context, coupled with its clear and engaging writing style, makes it an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners alike.

Dimension: 239 x 170 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780335262106
Edition number: 5 ed