This introduction to the methodology and methods of qualitative social research concisely explains theoretical models, research logic, and practical procedures for obtaining, interpreting and analyzing qualitative data in social science research. The second edition has been expanded to include discussion of quality criteria and research ethics.

Jörg Strübing ist Professor für Soziologie an der Universität Tübingen und lehrt dort Methodologien und Methoden der qualitativen Sozialforschung.