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Composed by international researchers from a variety of disciplines, the Handbook of Narrative Inquiry Methodologies provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of narrative research methodologies, while also suggesting future directions in which researchers might take narrative inquiry. Divided into seven parts, the text addresses three key questions: What is the state of the art? What are the key debates and issues related to narrative research? Where is this field headed? Unlike any other book in print, the Handbook of Narrative Inquiry Methodologies is a must have item for narrative methodologists and students of narrative inquiry across the social sciences. Individuals in the fields of nursing, psychology, anthropology, education, social work, sociology, organizational studies, and health research will be particularly well served by this masterful work.Helps readers define the field of narrative inquiry, places them within the field, and enables them to see the future of narrative inquiry Offers coverage of various disciplines and viewpoints from around the world Features entries from the top names in narrative research Is a one-of-a kind resource for researchers and students who are interested in narrative research methodologies First comprehensive resource of the developing methodology of narrative inquiry Offers both conceptual and practical descriptions of narrative inquiry International, interdisciplinary, and inclusive resource that draws on narrative inquiry as conceptualized in anthropology, sociology, psychology and philosophy
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Composed by international researchers, the Handbook of Narrative Inquiry: Mapping a Methodology is the first comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of the developing methodology of narrative inquiry. The Handbook outlines the historical development and philosophical underpinnings of narrative inquiry as well as describes different forms of narrative inquiry. This one-of-a-kind volume offers an emerging map of the field and encourages further dialogue, discussion, and experimentation as the field continues to develop.