Biographical Research Methods
- Format: Paperback / softback
- Authors: Marta J. Eichsteller, Howard H. Davis
- Language: English
- Book Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
This book is a systematic, flexible guide to using biographical narrative methods as part of a research project, featuring a diverse range of case studies that show students how methods can be adapted to a range of international contexts and disciplines.
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9781529730869
Biographical data provide unique insights into social life, but they also pose some significant challenges for social science researchers. This book offers a systematic, flexible guide to using biographical narrative methods in your research project.
Drawing upon the authors’ own research, as well as case studies from a range of international contexts and disciplines, the book illustrates how biographical approaches can be tailored to different research questions and environments.
This book will help you to:
· Navigate any complexities or missteps when undertaking real-world research
· Apply your analytical and research tools to your research question
· Choose the right research design for your project, whether single or mixed methods
· Ground your understanding within diverse real-world research examples.
Clear, adaptable, and applied, this is your definitive guide to working with biographical methods.
Drawing upon the authors’ own research, as well as case studies from a range of international contexts and disciplines, the book illustrates how biographical approaches can be tailored to different research questions and environments.
This book will help you to:
· Navigate any complexities or missteps when undertaking real-world research
· Apply your analytical and research tools to your research question
· Choose the right research design for your project, whether single or mixed methods
· Ground your understanding within diverse real-world research examples.
Clear, adaptable, and applied, this is your definitive guide to working with biographical methods.
