| Summary: | Since its first edition in 1985, Patrick McNeill's Research Methods has become a classic introductory text for students of sociology at A-level and in undergraduate courses. It is also invaluable for a range of specialists in disciplines such as education, business, social care and medicine who need a brief but authoritative account of how sociologists set about doing sociological research. After a brief overview which introduces the key concepts and issues, the book describes the main sociological research methods, with a final chapter about theory, science and values. This new edition, co-authored with Steve Chapman, retains the clarity of style of the earlier editions and brings the content up to date in terms of: references to research studies, developments in relevant sociological theory, developments in research methodology and, new material on the presentation of research. Book jacket.
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