Sociological Research Methods in Context - Paperback

by Fiona Devine (Author), S. Heath (Author)

This book seeks to introduce students to the challenges of 'real life' social research through a detailed consideration of eight recent empirical studies. Designed to complement existing introductory methods texts, it emphasises the importance of context in understanding and interpreting both the practice and 'product' of empirical research. The book focuses on research from eight key sub-areas of sociology, making it a useful secondary text for introductory courses on contemporary British society.

Author Biography

Dr FIONA DEVINE is Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester.

Dr SUE HEATH is Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Southampton.
Dr FIONA DEVINE is Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester.

Dr SUE HEATH is Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Southampton.