What is qualitative secondary analysis? How can it be most effectively applied in social research?This timely and accomplished book offers readers a well informed, reliable guide to all aspects of qualitative secondary analysis.The book:· Defines secondary analysis· Distinguishes between quantitative and qualitative secondary analysis· Maps the main types of qualitative secondary analysis· Covers the key ethical and legal issues· Offers a practical guide to effective research· Sets the agenda for future developments in the subjectWritten by an experienced researcher and teacher with a background in sociology, the book is a comprehensive and invaluable introduction to this growing field of social research.