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Writing family history

2009-07-0700:44

A short introduction to this album.

Working with childhood

2009-07-0708:49

Childhood is a crucial aspect of the biographer’s art, but context, bias and interpretation can often hinder the writer. These interviews discuss ways of avoiding common problems.

Approaching the writing process

2009-07-0707:23

What is the best way to start writing a family history? This discussion highlights working methods and practices, offering advice on drafting, sources and note-taking.

Writing autobiography

2009-07-0709:15

Three famous biographers, Ex-Speaker Betty Boothroyd, broadcaster Peter White and writer Martin Amis all discuss their experiences writing autobiographies.

Interviewing for source material

2009-07-0711:09

When writing on a topic with little research, interviewing witnesses and relatives becomes paramount. Many pitfalls await interviewers, as well as the pleasure of getting it right.

William Taylor interview: part one

2009-07-0710:45

To demonstrate interviewing technique and responses, this track makes use of an interview with William Taylor, born in 1919.

William Taylor interview: part two

2009-07-0705:27

In the second part of his interview, William Taylor recalls the various changes in his home life, marriage, jobs and parenthood.

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Writing family history - Audio