This book provides an in-depth exploration of grounded theory research, covering its origins, methods, and applications across various disciplines. The introduction outlines the principles and practices of grounded theory, emphasizing its role in generating theories through systematic data collection and analysis. Part I traces the historical development of grounded theory, highlighting key figures and their contributions. Part II focuses on the methodological aspects of grounded theory, discussing formal theory, essential properties, and the evolution of the approach. Part III examines practical applications, including category development, abduction, sampling, and coding. Part IV addresses the practicalities of conducting grounded theory, such as team collaboration and teaching. Part V explores grounded theory within the context of research methods, including its intersection with feminist qualitative research, critical theory, and issues of race and ethnicity. Part VI discusses grounded theory in the social sciences, emphasizing reflexivity, interaction, and pragmatic problem-solving. The book also includes a discursive glossary of terms and an index for reference. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers and practitioners seeking to understand and apply grounded theory in their work.This book provides an in-depth exploration of grounded theory research, covering its origins, methods, and applications across various disciplines. The introduction outlines the principles and practices of grounded theory, emphasizing its role in generating theories through systematic data collection and analysis. Part I traces the historical development of grounded theory, highlighting key figures and their contributions. Part II focuses on the methodological aspects of grounded theory, discussing formal theory, essential properties, and the evolution of the approach. Part III examines practical applications, including category development, abduction, sampling, and coding. Part IV addresses the practicalities of conducting grounded theory, such as team collaboration and teaching. Part V explores grounded theory within the context of research methods, including its intersection with feminist qualitative research, critical theory, and issues of race and ethnicity. Part VI discusses grounded theory in the social sciences, emphasizing reflexivity, interaction, and pragmatic problem-solving. The book also includes a discursive glossary of terms and an index for reference. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers and practitioners seeking to understand and apply grounded theory in their work.