What is qualitative secondary analysis' How can it be most effectively applied in social research' This timely and accomplished book offers readers a well informed, reliable guide to all aspects of qualitative secondary analysis. The book: ' Defines secondary analysis ' Distinguishes between quantitative and qualitative secondary analysis ' Maps the main types of qualitative secondary analysis ' Covers the key ethical and legal issues ' Offers a practical guide to effective research ' Sets the agenda for future developments in the subject Written by an experienced researcher and teacher with a background in sociology, the book is a comprehensive and invaluable introduction to this growing field of social research.
