This new edition of the SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research represents the sixth generation of the ongoing conversation about the discipline, practice, and conduct of qualitative inquiry. According to statistics, it is one of the most influential and widely cited resources in the field, with over 50,000 copies sold worldwide since its first publication [Source: Publisher]. As with earlier editions, the Sixth Edition is virtually a new volume, with 27 of the 34 chapters representing new topics or approaches not seen in the previous edition. This demonstrates the ongoing growth and development of qualitative research as a field [Source: Author].

One notable addition in the Sixth Edition is the inclusion of intersectionality as a focal point. This is a significant expansion, as intersectionality has gained significant attention in recent years for its contribution to understanding the complex dynamics of power and oppression [Source: Author]. Another important addition is the chapter on qualitative inquiry and public health science, which highlights the relevance and impact of qualitative research in addressing public health issues [Source: Author].

To mark the Handbook’s 30-year history and the influence it has had on the field, the eBook versions of the Sixth Edition include a bonus section that reprints ten of the most famous or game-changing contributions from the previous five editions. This further solidifies the Handbook’s status as a foundational resource in qualitative research [Source: Publisher].