Case Study Method: Key Issues, Key Texts

by Roger Gomm, Martyn Hammersley (Editor), Peter Foster (Editor)

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 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.

284 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Ashley]

The majority of this book focuses on the theory of generalizability. It does not offer much insight into how to plan for or conduct a case study. If you’re interested in theory this may be the book for you. If you’re looking for a practical guide to help you plan your case study, this is not the book for you.

[Beth]

Very disappointing and not the right information for me - 1*