Qualitative Sociology

Efforts to reconstruct the reality of a social scene have evolved numerous theoretical and methodological strategies. Qualitative sociology fills the gap in existing literature by providing a comprehensive and detailed treatment of the broad range of non-quantitative methods currently being used in sociological research, with the conceptual rationales for each method. 
Recognizing the need for a clear, concise discussion of both the theoretical and practical aspects of "reality reconstruction" and "formal sociology," Drs. Schwartz and Jacobs draw on the theories and strategies of Weber, Mead, Blumer, Glaser, Straus, Simmel, Goffman, Schutz, Garfinkel, and Cicourel, among others, to justify, explain, and illustrate: 
field studies 
participant observation (ethnography) 
interviewing 
life histories and personal accounts 
the analysis of unobtrusive measures 
 audio-visual techniques 
methods of studying and subjectivity 
phenomenology 
and more 
Thus, the authors not only describe the various theories and methods, but they add to the reader's understanding by providing insight into who has used the methods and why, and by evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each method. They also supplement the text throughout with a collection of case studies which illustrate the kind of substantive work qualitative research can produce. 
No other available text covers as many methods as are described in Qualitative Sociology. All the methods are examined in an informal, conversational style, making the discussion accessible to the student with no previous knowledge of qualitative theories and practices.

Politics & Social Sciences

Schwartz, Howard

Social Sciences

Free Press

Tales of magic and wonder can be found in every phase of Jewish literature, from the sacred to the secular. The fairy tale in particular--set in enchanted lands and populated with a variety of human and supernatural beings, both good and evil--holds a very special place in the Jewish tradition. For in the fairy tale, where good and evil engage in a timeless struggle, we have a clear reflection of the Jewish world view, where faith in God can defeat the evil impulse. In Elijah's Violin, Howard Schwartz offers a sumptuous collection of thirty-six Jewish fairy tales from virtually every corner of the world. At once otherworldy and earthy, pious and playful, these celebrated tales from Morocco and India, Spain and Eastern Europe, Babylon and Egypt, illustrate not only their Jewish character but also their universality of themes. Invoking the biblical tale of David and Goliath, we read as King David defeats the giant by hovering above its spear in King David and the Giant. In the romantic tale of The Princess in the Tower, a variant of Rapunzel, we watch as the cautious King Solomon recognizes the vanity in trying to prevent Providence from taking place. And we see the religious nature of the quest for Elijah's violin in the title story. The successful completion of the king's quest enables the violin's imprisoned melodies, emblematic of the Jewish spirit, to be set free. Throughout this richly illustrated collection, one can find the quests and riddles of the traditional fairy tale along with the divine intervention that characterizes the Jewish fairy tale. Skillfully translated, these stories will captivate children and adults alike in which romance and magic become enchantingly entwined with faith, duty, and wisdom.

Elijah's Violin and Other Jewish Fairy Tales

Children's Books

Harpercollins

Because of Yosef's devotion to honoring the Sabbath, he is given special protection by a great lion

Sabbath Lion: A Jewish Folktale from Algeria

Rush, Barbara

Literature & Fiction

Harpercollins Childrens Books

The Sabbath Lion: A Jewish Folktale from Algeria

Yosuf starts off for Egypt, to claim his family's inheritance, but--when the caravan leader insists on traveling on the Sabbath--Yosuf fears he will die in the desert. By the editors of The Diamond Tree.

An illustrated collection of traditional Jewish tales from various countries

The Wonder Child: & Other Jewish Fairy Tales

Bold, full-color artwork complements an international anthology of Jewish fairy tales, filled with shape-changers, giants, heroic adventures, and mysterious undersea realms.

1991 (edition) HarperCollins hardcover &amp; DJ (in mylar jacket), 5th printing. Beautiful color illustrations by Uri Shulevitz. Stories: The Giant Og and the Ark; Magic Pitcher; Chusham and the Wind; Katanya; Magic Sandals of Abu Kassim; Water Witch; Enormous Frog; Tale of Two Chickens: Palace of Bird Beaks; Diamond Tree; Moving a Mountain; Bear and the Children; The Goblin; Prince Who Thought He Was a Rooster; Angel's Wings; and Sources &amp; commentary.

The Diamond Tree: Jewish Tales from Around the World

SHULEVITZ, URI

A collection of Jewish traditional nursery tales from many different countries

Provides readers with an exciting story collection of Jewish folklore about angels, spirits, and demons, enhanced with full color illustrations.

Invisible Kingdoms: Jewish Tales of Angels, Spirits, and Demons

Come to a world where angels, ghosts, and demons walk amongst the living and anything is possible. Here, in nine tales of the supernatural, invisible creatures take shape and roam the earth to aid or interfere in the lives of humans. A magic staff makes a man see ghosts, a handsome demon tricks a village girl into marriage, and an angel directs a young man through a dangerous venture -- in the guise of a goat!Howard Schwartz's vibrant retelling of mystical Jewish folktales is full of magic and wonder. The stories span many centuries and range in origin from Middle East to Eastern Europe. Weather you believe in angels, ghosts, and demons is for you to decide, but not before you enter these invisible kingdoms and step into a world where the impossible takes shape and anything can happen!

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Qualitative Sociology

Elijah's Violin and Other Jewish Fairy Tales

Sabbath Lion: A Jewish Folktale from Algeria

The Sabbath Lion: A Jewish Folktale from Algeria

The Wonder Child: & Other Jewish Fairy Tales

The Wonder Child: & Other Jewish Fairy Tales

The Diamond Tree: Jewish Tales from Around the World

The Diamond Tree: Jewish Tales from Around the World

Invisible Kingdoms: Jewish Tales of Angels, Spirits, and Demons

Invisible Kingdoms: Jewish Tales of Angels, Spirits, and Demons