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"Storytelling Research Methods establishes the methods, subject matter, tonal qualities, and philosophical underpinnings of Storytelling Research, while distinguishing it from its…
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Storytelling Research Methods by Michael Wilson is a comprehensive textbook that defines storytelling research as a distinct qualitative methodology. It explores its philosophical roots, differentiates it from narrative inquiry and autoethnography, and provides practical guidance alongside international case studies. Ideal for advanced students and researchers in folklore, performance studies, and social sciences seeking to understand storytelling as both art and data.
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About Storytelling Research Methods (Pape...
Storytelling Research Methods establishes the methods, subject matter, tonal qualities, and philosophical underpinnings of Storytelling Research, distinguishing it from narrative research, narrative inquiry, performance research, autoethnography, and qualitative methods. The book combines philosophical discussion with practical advice on conducting storytelling research, featuring international case studies from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. It emphasizes the telling of stories—the vibrant moments when stories are summoned into the psycho-cultural space between individuals and groups—and argues that creating, documenting, and analyzing such moments are tasks of activism as well as pure research. Tracing interdisciplinary genealogies in folklore, performance studies, theatre, communication, literature, socio-linguistics, sociology, and history, the book makes a case for storytelling as a uniquely rooted formation. It connects storytelling as performing art with storytelling as a tool for generating data and social change, serving as a textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses.
Who should read Storytelling Research Methods (Pape...?
This book is essential for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in storytelling, qualitative methods, folklore, performance studies, and related fields. It suits researchers and scholars in the arts, humanities, and social sciences who wish to expand their understanding of storytelling as a research methodology. Practitioners such as storytellers, educators, and community activists will also benefit from its practical advice and international case studies.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Establishes storytelling research as a distinct methodology with clear philosophical foundations.
- ✓ Provides practical guidance on conducting storytelling research, including case studies from diverse global contexts.
- ✓ Differentiates storytelling research from related approaches like narrative inquiry and autoethnography.
- ✓ Traces interdisciplinary genealogies across folklore, performance studies, sociology, and more.
- ✓ Connects storytelling as art with its use as a tool for data generation and social change.
Cons
- ✗ May be too specialized for beginners without prior qualitative research background.
- ✗ Focuses heavily on academic and philosophical aspects, which might overwhelm practitioners seeking quick techniques.
- ✗ Limited coverage of quantitative or mixed-methods approaches to storytelling.
- ✗ Case studies, while international, may not represent all cultural contexts equally.
- ✗ Assumes familiarity with storytelling terminology and concepts from related fields.
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Frequently asked questions
What is storytelling research?
Storytelling research is a qualitative methodology that focuses on the telling of stories—the dynamic moments when stories are shared between people—and uses these moments as both a subject of study and a tool for generating data and social change.
How does this book differ from other qualitative research texts?
It uniquely centers storytelling as its own rooted formation, distinguishing it from narrative research, autoethnography, and performance studies, and emphasizes the activist and transformative potential of storytelling.
Who is the author?
Michael Wilson is a scholar in storytelling and folklore, with expertise in performance studies and qualitative methods. He has conducted research internationally and is known for his work on storytelling as a research methodology.
Is this book suitable for self-study?
Yes, it is designed as a textbook for advanced students but includes practical advice and case studies that make it accessible for independent researchers and practitioners willing to engage with its philosophical foundations.
Does the book include international perspectives?
Yes, it features case studies from storytellers, scholars, and thinkers from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, examining how storytelling methods have been used in practice across cultures.
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