The book "Multilevel Analysis: Techniques and Applications" by Joop J. Hox is part of the Quantitative Methodology Series, edited by George A. Marcoulides. This second edition provides an in-depth introduction to multilevel analysis, a statistical methodology for analyzing data with a hierarchical structure. The book covers both basic and advanced topics, including multilevel regression models, multilevel structural equation models, and specialized applications such as longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, and cross-classified models. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the methodological and statistical issues involved in using these models, making it suitable for students and researchers in various fields, including psychology, sociology, education, and business. The book also includes practical examples and discusses the latest developments in software and statistical methods, such as numerical integration for non-normal data and advanced estimation techniques.The book "Multilevel Analysis: Techniques and Applications" by Joop J. Hox is part of the Quantitative Methodology Series, edited by George A. Marcoulides. This second edition provides an in-depth introduction to multilevel analysis, a statistical methodology for analyzing data with a hierarchical structure. The book covers both basic and advanced topics, including multilevel regression models, multilevel structural equation models, and specialized applications such as longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, and cross-classified models. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the methodological and statistical issues involved in using these models, making it suitable for students and researchers in various fields, including psychology, sociology, education, and business. The book also includes practical examples and discusses the latest developments in software and statistical methods, such as numerical integration for non-normal data and advanced estimation techniques.