A unique feature of this book is that a large number of exercises with real sets of data from various fields is included either as illustrative examples to demonstrate the method of analysis or unsolved problems to be attempted by the reader so as to make concepts and procedures more clear so that survey statisticians may use it as a ready reference in formulating their projects. A good number of research papers, cited in references at the end of each chapter is an added attraction. Some of the important general features of the book are to give a systematic exposition of existing theory; to extend its application to field data; and to provide further references of work done in the recent past. Almost all important developments which are considered useful in survey programme are included in the work. - from Amzon