Ken Plummer is Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the University of Essex.
'Here we are in the hands of a renowned narrative scholar and a
most compassionate human being. In writing steeped in urgency,
Plummer explores the potential of narrative to support human
progress and alleviate suffering, commanding our full attention as
he guides us through a world of crisis and possibility.'
Molly Andrews, Co-director, Centre for Narrative Research,
University of East London
'Ken Plummer takes readers on a high-altitude ride
overlooking stories of power and inequality. The sources cited are
impressive in sheer number and diversity of specific topics.
Narrative Power is a welcome reminder of what symbolic
interactionism can contribute to political understanding. But the
political is also personal, and Plummer's own stories of
confronting prevalent narratives of sexual identity connect an
otherwise macro argument to the biographical level.'
Arthur W. Frank, University of Calgary
". . . the book presents a good resource for scholars who
seek an overview of the various dimensions of power related to
narrative research and storytelling. For practitioners and students
of social work, the book may be entry point into the world of
narrative research, particularly as we consider the ways narratives
are used to disrupt, challenge, or maintain the societal status
quo."
Affilia: Journal of Women and Social Work the book presents a good
resource for scholars who seek an overview of the various
dimensions of power related to narrative research and storytelling.
For practitioners and students of social work, the book may be
entry point into the world of narrative research, particularly as
we consider the ways narratives are used to disrupt, challenge, or
maintain the societal status qu
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