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The Companion to Peace and Conflict Fieldwork

Roger Mac Ginty editor Roddy Brett editor Birte Vogel editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Published:27th Aug '20

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This unique companion is a much-needed guide for those who are embarking on field research in conflict-affected countries. In a break with academic tradition, the chapters are mainly written in the first person and contain personal accounts of the ethical and practical challenges of fieldwork. In the book, over thirty scholars reflect on the complexity of dealing with human subjects in conflict-affected contexts. This indispensable book provides insider knowledge and gives confidence to researchers - both those at the very start of their careers or during their studies, and experienced researchers who want to consider positionality, responsibility and the moral obligation of the researcher in new ways. Essential reading for students and scholars embarking upon fieldwork in International Relations, Politics, Sociology, Political Geography and Anthropology.

“Mac Ginty et al.’s book is a remarkable collection of personal experiences of scholars and academics who embarked on field research in countries affected by conflict. Regarded as essential reading for those embarking upon fieldwork in social science disciplines, this book is intended for any researcher who needs a guide for researching in such territories. … the authors have created an indispensable resource for any Ph.D. student or early career researcher who plans to conduct fieldwork in conflict areas.” (Adriana Marin,Behavioral Sciences of Terrorism and Political Aggression, June 3, 2021)

ISBN: 9783030464325

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493 pages

1st ed. 2021