Covering a rich tradition in sociology that focuses on the self and social interaction, this established and well-respected book traces the development of micro social theory and assesses its contemporary importance. Including discussion of the Chicago School, Mead, Garfinkel and Goffman, it makes theory intelligble for the student reader.

While each research situation is different and no book can fully prepare the researcher for what they experience - this book provides a guide to what may be expected. Brian Roberts takes the researcher through the research process, answering the practical and subjective questions anyone will face: entering the field and finding the right research topic; emotional and identity issues of research; overcoming writing and research 'blocks'; getting your research into reports, articles, and books; reactions to research and how to handle experiences of rejection; and the questions every researcher...

While each research situation is different and no book can fully prepare the researcher for what they experience - this book provides a guide to what may be expected. Brian Roberts takes the researcher through the research process, answering the practical and subjective questions anyone will face: entering the field and finding the right research topic; emotional and identity issues of research; overcoming writing and research 'blocks'; getting your research into reports, articles, and books; reactions to research and how to handle experiences of rejection; and the questions every researcher...