Interpreting Qualitative Data, 2d ed. . - Book Notes - book review

Organization Studies, Jan-Feb, 2002

David Silverman: Interpreting Qualitative Data, 2nd Ed

2001, London: Sage, 325 pages.

The second edition of this book is an updated and expanded version of Silverman's introductory textbook on qualitative analysis. The book covers three main themes: (1) theory and methods in qualitative research; (2) methods of qualitative research; and (3) implications. Under these headings, it discusses a broad range of recent developments, methodologies and interpretive strategies in the field of qualitative research. This edition contains an overview of qualitative work since the 1990s, a new chapter on visual images and an expanded treatment of discourse analysis, as well as an expanded number of student exercises. Furthermore, it covers a wider range of disciplines which employ qualitative research such as sociology, anthropology, psychology, geography, information systems, health promotion, management, education, and many others.