Just what students need. A reliable, practical and sensible guide to research methods as applied to criminological questions. Professor Tim Newburn, London School of Economics<BR><BR>An indispensable guide for anyone conducting or evaluating research in criminology. Professor Julian V. Roberts, University of Oxford<BR><BR>This revised and updated collection deals comprehensively with major issues in contemporary criminological research. It is an essential resource for all criminology students and researchers. Emeritus Professor Hazel Croall, Glasgow Caledonian University<BR><BR>The new edition of this best selling textbook brings research alive for students studying criminology and related subjects.<BR><BR>Contextualising research with real-life examples of crime and criminal justice, the book looks at the processes, practicalities and problems of doing criminological research, ensuring students get to grips with preparing for and doing their own research.<BR><BR>Thoroughly revised and updated, the book includes a revised three-part structure designed around the core elements of a research project (preparing, doing and reflecting).<BR><BR>The book is also now equipped with student support features including chapter key points, summaries, study questions/activities and resources, further reading, and a comprehensive glossary. It is essential reading for students and researchers in criminology, criminal justice and community safety.