ABSTRACT
It is of use here to summarise the approach we have used in this book. As noted in
the first chapter, we do not seek to conflate danger with difficulty. We have highlighted
serious dangers that impact on a researcher’s physical state, their sense of self, their
social relationships and their careers. Throughout, we have sought to provide a
considered discussion of risk but not to put readers off carrying out their own
qualitative research. At the same time, we would not want readers to think that we are
arguing that danger and risk are merely obstacles to get around, or perhaps through.
