Empirical Political Analysis, 8th Edition

“This is a highly effective companion to an undergraduate research methods class; it not only introduces students to qualitative and quantitative methods but also helps them become better consumers of political science research.”–Pia Kohler, University of Alaska-Fairbanks

Updated in a new 8th edition, this book introduces readers to the full range of qualitative and quantitative methods used in political science research.

Organized around all of the stages of the research process, this comprehensive book surveys designing experiments, conducting research, evaluating results, and presenting findings. With exercises in the text and in a companion lab manual, Empirical Political Analysis gives readers applied insights on the scopes and methods of political science research.

Craig Leonard Brians is Associate Professor of Political Science at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Lars Willnat is Professor of Journalism at Indiana University.

Jarol B. Manheim is Professor of Media and Public Affairs and of Political Science at the George Washington University.

Richard C. Rich is Professor of Political Science at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.