**Second Edition: Grounded Theory – A Practical Guide** by Melanie Birks and Jane Mills SAGE, founded in 1965, is a leading publisher of academic research and teaching materials. The second edition of *Grounded Theory: A Practical Guide* provides a comprehensive overview of grounded theory, a research method that generates theory from data. The book is structured into ten chapters, covering essential concepts, planning, quality processes, researcher positioning, data collection and analysis, theoretical integration, and the application of grounded theory. It also includes an appendix with an example of grounded theory work and a glossary, references, and an index. The authors, Melanie Birks and Jane Mills, are both professors at James Cook University, Australia, with extensive experience in nursing research and education. Birks focuses on nursing education and research, while Mills leads the Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Research. Their collaboration has produced several influential works in qualitative methodology, particularly in grounded theory. The book addresses the philosophical and methodological foundations of grounded theory, emphasizing the importance of a researcher's personal philosophy in shaping the research approach. It discusses the historical development of grounded theory, tracing its origins to the work of Anselm Strauss and Barney Glaser in the 1960s. The text also explores the evolution of grounded theory through subsequent generations of researchers, highlighting the influence of different philosophical and methodological perspectives. Key aspects of grounded theory include initial coding, concurrent data collection and analysis, theoretical sampling, constant comparative analysis, and theoretical integration. The authors emphasize the iterative nature of grounded theory research and the importance of theoretical sensitivity, intermediate coding, and the identification of core categories. The book also discusses the role of memos in the research process and the significance of theoretical saturation in ensuring the rigor of the findings. The authors argue that grounded theory is not a rigid methodology but a flexible approach that can be adapted to different research contexts. They encourage researchers to critically engage with the philosophical underpinnings of grounded theory and to consider multiple perspectives when designing their studies. The book is intended to guide researchers in understanding and applying grounded theory effectively, with practical examples and exercises to support learning. The second edition includes updated guidance on all aspects of grounded theory research, from planning to presentation. It reflects the ongoing development of grounded theory and its relevance in contemporary research practices. The authors also highlight the importance of methodological frameworks and the need for researchers to critically evaluate their philosophical positions and methodological choices. The book is a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers interested in qualitative research methods, particularly grounded theory.**Second Edition: Grounded Theory – A Practical Guide** by Melanie Birks and Jane Mills SAGE, founded in 1965, is a leading publisher of academic research and teaching materials. The second edition of *Grounded Theory: A Practical Guide* provides a comprehensive overview of grounded theory, a research method that generates theory from data. The book is structured into ten chapters, covering essential concepts, planning, quality processes, researcher positioning, data collection and analysis, theoretical integration, and the application of grounded theory. It also includes an appendix with an example of grounded theory work and a glossary, references, and an index. The authors, Melanie Birks and Jane Mills, are both professors at James Cook University, Australia, with extensive experience in nursing research and education. Birks focuses on nursing education and research, while Mills leads the Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Research. Their collaboration has produced several influential works in qualitative methodology, particularly in grounded theory. The book addresses the philosophical and methodological foundations of grounded theory, emphasizing the importance of a researcher's personal philosophy in shaping the research approach. It discusses the historical development of grounded theory, tracing its origins to the work of Anselm Strauss and Barney Glaser in the 1960s. The text also explores the evolution of grounded theory through subsequent generations of researchers, highlighting the influence of different philosophical and methodological perspectives. Key aspects of grounded theory include initial coding, concurrent data collection and analysis, theoretical sampling, constant comparative analysis, and theoretical integration. The authors emphasize the iterative nature of grounded theory research and the importance of theoretical sensitivity, intermediate coding, and the identification of core categories. The book also discusses the role of memos in the research process and the significance of theoretical saturation in ensuring the rigor of the findings. The authors argue that grounded theory is not a rigid methodology but a flexible approach that can be adapted to different research contexts. They encourage researchers to critically engage with the philosophical underpinnings of grounded theory and to consider multiple perspectives when designing their studies. The book is intended to guide researchers in understanding and applying grounded theory effectively, with practical examples and exercises to support learning. The second edition includes updated guidance on all aspects of grounded theory research, from planning to presentation. It reflects the ongoing development of grounded theory and its relevance in contemporary research practices. The authors also highlight the importance of methodological frameworks and the need for researchers to critically evaluate their philosophical positions and methodological choices. The book is a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers interested in qualitative research methods, particularly grounded theory.