Fieldwork is central to social science. This volume, written by two highly experienced and well respected fieldworkers and academics, provides the essential guide for doing fieldwork today. This book: Clearly explains fieldwork methods, Shows how to locate a field and map it, Explores ethical considerations, Provides a complete guide of time management issues, Explains how to analyse your findings. Authoritative and accessible, Doing Fieldwork is required reading for anyone interested in qualitative research.