Thinking Qualitatively

"This is book for all qualitative methodologists.  Not just a "how-to" manual but an epistemological exercise in understanding qualitative methods."

-- Cassie F. Quigley, Clemson University

"This book fills an important void in the field. The market is crowded with books on techniques and strategies for conducting qualitative research. Saldaña’s volume provides a vital complement by encouraging students to develop the core analytical skills and interpretive frames they need to be truly successful in their research endeavors. He helps students flex and hone the epistemological muscles that are at the center of capable qualitative research."

-- John P. Bartkowski, University of Texas at San Antonio

"The focus of the book is clear and consistent. The writing is superb. It deals with sophisticated ideas in a clear and highly communicative style. It weaves important and relevant scholarship in ways that help the reader grasp the key ideas.  It’s one of the best books I have read (and I have read hundreds…). I will recommend it to all my doctoral advisees, as well as to the students in my classes."

-- Liora Bresler, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

"Thinking Qualitatively invites students to think before they act, and offers a rich set of options for qualitative researchers to consider."

-- Michael Brown, University of Wyoming
"This book  brings  together  key  ways  of  thinking  about  our  work  as  qualitative  researchers.  In  many  ways,  it  captures  the  breadth  and  depth  of  our  work,  while  calling  for  us  to  be  ever  reflexive  about  our  practices.  I  see  this  book  as  positively  informing  the  work  of  novice  and  experienced  researchers.  It  is  a  much  needed  addition  to  the  qualitative  research  community." -- Jessica Nina Lester, Indiana University
Thinking Qualitatively offers many notable strengths for readers looking to discover creative approaches to qualitative inquiry, both including and beyond thinking poetically. Throughout the book, Saldaña provides detailed examples of qualitative reflection on interpersonal communication, paying strong attention to the nuances of these interactions. The exercises he includes at the end of each chapter create space for inquirers’ emotions as well as our thoughts—a unique feature of the text that makes it not only exciting but also deeply affirming. -- Alexandra CH Nowako