| Description |
1 online resource (xvi, 320 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
INTRODUCTION. Why Research Powerful People? ; Who the Book is For ; Key Concepts ; How the Book was Researched ; A Quick Guide to the Book ; The Chapters -- PART ONE: UNDERSTANDING. Origins ; Theory -- PART TWO: DOING. Literature ; Planning ; Frameworks ; Data -- PART THREE: USING. Analysis ; Outcomes -- Tools and Templates for Research Planning |
| Summary |
"This exciting new text consolidates the how's and why's of researching powerful people. Written by a leading authority in the field, this book introduces the reader to a significant area of methodology, and provides a research-based contribution to elite and leadership studies. It offers a truly international perspective that will appeal to those studying and working with elites in a variety of contexts. Useful features include: A variety of case studies and examples linked to over 1000 sources and resources; Extensive use of figures throughout the text to illustrate key points; Templates and models for planning and presentations The book promotes a practical future-oriented approach to support and inspire academic, professional and civil society researchers at all levels. It introduces new research frameworks and facilitates critical techniques through Critical Process Analysis. This is a must-have resource and an excellent new addition to the field of elite and leadership studies."--Publisher's website |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-310) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Power (Social sciences)
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Elite (Social sciences)
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Leadership.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Williams, Christopher R.
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| LC no. |
2011941492 |
| ISBN |
1299657575 (ebk) |
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9781299657571 (ebk) |
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9781446267967 (electronic bk.) |
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1446267962 (electronic bk.) |
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9781446288023 (electronic bk.) |
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