Biographical Research Methods

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.