Using a new model for the classification of types of readings, this book shows how to read, analyze and interpret life story materials. The authors introduce four models: holistic-content reading; holistic-form reading; categorical-content reading; and categorical-form reading. They present two complete narratives so that readers can compare the authors' interpretations against the actual text as well as analyze the stories on their own. The subsequent chapters provide readings, interpretations and analyses of the narrative data from the models.

A New Model for Classification of Approaches to Reading, Analysis, and Interpretations

A New Model for Classification of Approaches to Reading, Analysis, and Interpretations

During the last 15 years, the concepts of narrative and life story have become increasingly visible in the social sciences. Gradually they have earned a place in the theory, research, and application of various disciplines, among them ...

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