Emotional and Ethical Challenges for Field Research in Africa: The Story Behind the Findings

Thomson, S.; Ansoms, A.; Murison, J.

Academic literature rarely gives an account of the ethical challenges and emotional pitfalls the researcher is confronted with before, during and after being in the field. Giving personal accounts, the authors explore some of the challenges one can face when engaging in local-level research in difficult situations.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2012-11-13

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137263742

DOI: 10.1057/9781137263759

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 169