Doing Document Analysis A Practice-Oriented Method

In this newly published book, authors Kristin Asdal and Hilde Reinertsen  present a framework for studying documents that enables you to conduct a rich and systematic analysis of documents in all their diversity.

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Focussing on document analysis both in practice and as practice, the book provides you with an innovative and versatile toolkit for analysing print and digital documents. It also:

  • Highlights the impacts of digitalisation on documents themselves and the methods used to study them
  • Has a strong focus on research ethics and critical engagement with digital sources
  • Offers practical guidance on preparing and doing a document analysis research project.

The book offers insightful perspectives both on the indispensable role of documents in our society and practical advice on how you can best analyse documents and their significance. 

The book is published by Sage Publishing.

The Norwegian version of the book is published by Cappelen Damm

Read more about the book here (in Norwegian).

Published Feb. 1, 2022 11:03 AM - Last modified Mar. 26, 2024 9:10 AM