Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Material Methods brings together resources for researchers investigating both the material, as well as the social world through material objects we design, buy, make, exchange and collect.
It covers the whole research process, from theoretical underpinnings, selection of methods and their possible uses, as well as representing and analysing data. It introduces students and researchers to the wide range of cross-disciplinary methods which help us to approach and interpret material culture and materials. The book also provides students and researchers with the tools to critically reflect upon pre-existing methods to see their limitations as well as possibilities, and apply them to their own research practice.
Synopsis
How do you research materiality and material culture?
How do you use material 'things' to research social life?
Exploring a range of tools and approaches, Material Methods: Researching and Thinking with Things is a practical and inspiring guide to researching the material world. Covering the full research process, from planning your project to analysing your data, this book:
Explores a range of interdisciplinary methods. Brings complex ideas to life with detailed case studies and examples. Helps you to think critically and creatively about your research.
It is essential reading for students and researchers across the social sciences and humanities who are interested in researching materiality or using material culture in their research.
Synopsis
Material Methods brings introduces students and researchers to the wide range of cross-disciplinary methods which help us to approach and interpret material culture and materials.