"In this era of bountiful visual, qualitative and informationalised
knowledge of the social world a conscientious guide to social
research is ever more valuable...this is a knowledgeably written,
highly engaging and genuinely interesting book." Dr Pamela Odih
BSoc.Sc. PhD. Senior Lecturer Goldsmiths University of London, UK
"A timely focus on intersectionality, decoloniality, as well as
digital, participatory, collaborative methods and the relationship
between knowledge, power and action, are all compelling new
additions" Anastasia Christou, Associate Professor of Sociology,
Middlesex University, UK "This is the best kind of companion for
social researchers: a clear, concise, and practical overview of the
foundations of the field...grounded in critical reflection about
ethics and power, and skilfully assembled to both support and
inspire." Dr Oliver Escobar, Senior Lecturer, University of
Edinburgh, UK "The longevity of May and Perry's 'Social Research'
is richly deserved...combining a sophisticated approach to the
unity of theory, method, and context, with clarity and
approachability." Malcolm Williams, Professor and Co-Director of
the Q-Step Centre, Cardiff University, UK "Equally valuable for the
newcomer and the experienced researcher, the book is elegantly
structured and beautifully written, as is always the case with May
and Perry's work." Davydd J. Greenwood, Goldwin Smith Professor of
Anthropology Emeritus, Cornell University, USA Corresponding
Member, Spanish Royal Academy of Moral and Political Sciences Fully
revised and updated, Social Research: Issues, Methods and Process
5th edition bridges the gap between theory and methods in social
research and clearly illuminates these essential components for
understanding the dynamics of social relations. The book is divided
into three parts. Part One examines the issues and perspectives in
social research, Part Two discusses the methods and Part Three is
devoted to reflections on the process of research. Updates to this
edition include: * Two new chapters on working across boundaries
and digital research, reflecting critical developments that are
shaping the landscape of social research * Broadening consideration
of issues including intersectionality and de-colonial research
methods, along with the relationship between knowledge, power, and
action * Revised 'Discuss, Discover, Do' sections with expanded
suggestions for follow-on activities * Carefully integrated
reflections and lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic
throughout to draw attention to critical issues The authors aim to
support and inspire, with a clear and accessible writing style that
enables students to identify the key issues in social research and
how to successfully navigate them. Social Research 5e is the ideal
companion to social research for students across the social
sciences and for academics and practitioners wishing to remain
well-informed on key developments in the field. Beth Perry is
Professor of Urban Knowledge and Governance, and Director of the
Urban Institute at the University of Sheffield, UK. Tim May is a
Professorial Fellow at the University of Sheffield, UK and an
Honorary Distinguished Professor at the University of Cardiff, UK.
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