Biographical Research Methods By Eichsteller, Marta J

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.