Case Study Method

Key Issues, Key Texts

Roger Gomm editor Martyn Hammersley editor Peter Foster editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

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This is the most comprehensive guide to the current uses and importance of case study methods in social research. The editors bring together key contributions from the field which reflect different interpretations of the purpose and capacity of case study research. The address issues such as: the problem of generalizing from study of a small number of cases; and the role of case study in developing and testing theories.

The editors offer in-depth assessments of the main arguments. An annotated bibliography of the literature dealing with case study research makes this an exhaustive and indispensable guide.

`This is a worthwhile book which will be useful to readers. It collects

together key sources on a topic which is a "hardy perennial", guaranteeing

its relevance for academics, researchers, and students on higher level

methods programmes. The editorial contributions are by well-known

authorities in the field, are carefully-constructed, and take a clear

position. I would certainly want this book on my shelf′ - Nigel Fielding, University of Surrey


". . .the book enlightens researchers concerning the contributions of case studies to research and could serve as an informative reader for doctoral students considering case study methods for their dissertations." 

-- Jody Fitzpatrick
This is an excellent text for students undertaking case study research. -- Dr Ruth McAreavey * drupal *
An excellent book for students undertaking Case Study Research -- Mr Alan Johnston * drupal *
Extremely well written with range of chapters by various authors. Invaluable reading for any student considering using a case study approach for their research project. -- Mr Andrew Holmes * drupal *
offers deep theoretical insight to the issue of generalizability; language could be a bit difficult for 3rd year UG students; however, I would adopt it as supplemental - for students that wish to go the extra mile. -- Mr Georgios Zifkos * drupal *
For anyone thinking about undertaking case study research, I would highly recommend this text. The phrase ′case study′ itself is something that is difficult to agree on and this book helps clarify thinking about what a ′case study′ really is and then how to go about designing and carrying out case study research. -- Mr Simon Moralee * drupal *
One of the key considerations in Cast Study research is the complexity relating to generalisability. This text explores generalisability in depth, giving the novice and more mature researcher greater depth and understanding of transferrability of research findings to the wider population. -- Mrs Lyz Howard * drupal *
So many well established names in the field of case study research makes this book a fascinating and very helpful resource. Its two main sections cover two vital areas that are often controversial within this method. The multitude of references from each chapter′s Bibliography, leave the reader with a gold mine of sources to further investigate. -- Ms MIriam Walker * drupal *

ISBN: 9780761964131

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 540g

288 pages