"Using Documents in Social Research" provides a comprehensive and concise introduction to the use of documents as tools within social science research. The book argues that documents have a dual relationship with human activity, making them an integral part of the research process by conveying ideas and influencing the course and nature of human activities. It is aimed at students and researchers across various social science disciplines and is written in an easily understandable and engaging style, accessible to both undergraduate and graduate students. The diversity of social research documents is highlighted, and strategies and debates are outlined that must be considered when integrating document study into research projects. Numerous examples illustrate the application of documents in different research contexts.