Phenomenological Research Methods

By Clark E. Moustakas

Book Overview

In this volume, Clark Moustakas clearly discusses the theoretical underpinnings of phenomenology, based on the work of Husserl and others, and takes the reader step-by-step through the process of conducting a phenomenological study. His concise guide provides numerous examples of successful phenomenological studies from a variety of fields including therapy, health care, victimology, psychology and gender studies. The book also includes form letters and other research tools to use in designing and conducting a study.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803957998
• ISBN13: 9780803957992
• Release Date: July 1994
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Great

Moustakas is cited by many in phenomenological research because he lays it out in a way that is easy to replicate.

GREAT!

If you are interested in how to REALLY do phenomenological research - this is the book for you. Written in an easily understood style, this book is clear and concise and has a wealth of information.

Excellent Resource

I believe this book is a must read for anyone interested in the field of phenomenological research.

Outstanding Resource

Clear - Concise - Classic! This book is required reading for anyone doing phenomenological research in psychology and the other social sciences. Moustakas is a master.

Beyond theory to practice

As I began my dissertation Moustakas book helped me traverse the often confusing waters of phenomenology. I had read bits and pieces about the topic, but he does a masterful job unpacking the philosophy, juxtaposing it to the practice, and pulling it all back together into a coherent picture. Further, he has several good chapters on the practice which one could use to do a P study (I am no longer moving in that direction but it will certainly inform my methods section). So, I write as one who has had the lived experience of reading Moustakas' book and my phenomenology will never be the same ; )