".clearly written, well edited." --Journal of the American Statistical Association ".a guidebook for social scientists who, despite their limited training in quantitative analysis, recognize the need to apply SEM in their own research. Using a conceptual and nonmathematical approach, Kline walks the reader through the basics of SEM (and some of the intricacies as well). He does so with great success. You'll find 11 well-written chapters that explain complex statistical concepts in everyday language, many of which are short enough to be read in a single sitting. For those of you with limited time for continuing your professional education, this should make your studies much easier.

The author also presents the major features of SEM with the aid of concrete examples that are drawn from the professional literature.I really can't stop raving about this book.this is an exceptionally well-written text, and it should serve as an effective primer for advanced study. I envision that my copy.will end up like a select few of my other reference books: dog-eared and tattered from years of answering my day-to-day questions. There can be no finer measure for a text." --Personnel Psychology ".represents one of the most comprehensive of available introductions to the application, execution, and interpretation of [SEM].

The book is written for both students and researchers who do not have extensive quantitative background.Kline's book is an invaluable resource for individuals wishing to develop skills in SEM but who already have some understanding of the technique and structural equation software." --Canadian Psychology "The principles, assumptions, strengths, limitations, and practical uses of structural equation modeling (SEM) receive an excellent narrative explanation in this enjoyable, witty, literate, and comprehensive introductory textbook for research students, teachers, and practitioners. Fascinating research examples illustrate SEM in action." --Readings.