Riessman, Catherine Kohler, 1939-.

Narrative methods for the human sciences / Catherine Kohler Riessman. - Los Angeles, Calif. ; London : SAGE Publications, 2008. - x, 251 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 225-244) and index.

The author first muses on the typical Western self-centred narrative, before discussing how narratives are constructed for research. Then the various types of analysis are explained: thematic, structural, dialogue/performance or visual analysis. She ends her book with 'Truths and cautions' for the researcher.

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Narrative inquiry (Research method)
Research--Study and teaching.

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