The Oral History Reader

Routledge Readers in History

by Robert Perks (Editor), Alistair Thomson (Editor)

The Oral History Reader edited by Robert Perks and Alistair Thomson, is an international anthology of the key writings about the theory, method and use of oral history. Arranged in five thematic sections, The Oral History Reader details issues in the theory and practice of oral history. The collection covers key debates in the postwar development of oral history * problems posed by interviewing
* discussions of the politics of empowerment
* analytical strategies for interpreting memories
* concerns of archiving, practice, ethics and interpretation. Each section contains an introduction which contextualises the selection by reviewing key isssues and relevant literature. Extensive cross-referencing and indexing provides an aid to research and a crucial comparative dimension. This comprehensive volume illustrates similarities and differences in oral history work from around the world, with examples from North America, Britain, Australasia, Continental Europe, Latin America and Africa. It also details the subjects - such as labour history, women's history, gay and lesbian history, ethnic and indigenous people's history and disability history - to which oral history has made a significant contribution.

Genres: Nonfiction, Oral History, History, Grad School

494 pages, Paperback

First published November 27, 1997

Reviews

[Ingeborg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very useful book for both theorists and practicioners of oral history. I got many new ideas on the matter!

[汪先生 · Rating 3 out of 5]

2019-01-09 19:07:01
7，口述历史课的教材，台师图书馆借的为第二版，此为比较过此书三版的差异，每一次更新都有较大变化。囊括一些阅读任务：第6周基本阅读，Luisa Passerini, Work ideology and consensus under Italian fascism；补充阅读，Alessandro Portelli, What makes Oral History different。第7周做展示，在第18章Mark Roseman处深入阅读。对理解口述历史有很大帮助，读起来还是比较轻松，多为个人的故事，叙事很流畅。

[Tobi ﾄﾋﾞ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This guide to oral research within social studies research offers plenty of useful ideas and methodologies. It delivers a comprehensive understanding of conducting oral research within the realm of social studies.

The book's detailed explanations and practical examples provide a solid foundation for people venturing into social studies research, offering good insights to navigate this particular area of academia and bridging the gap for those seeking to enhance their understanding of oral research.

[Stephen Al-hakim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life changing text.

[Gwyn McClelland · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some extraordinary stuff about oral history study in this book. It also helps to meet Alistair Thomson, who loves his work.