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Tamara Jacka, "Ginkgo Village: Trauma and Transformation in Rural China" (Anu Press, 2023)

New Books in Sociology

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Fieldwork Chronicles in Rural China

This chapter explores the emotional and physical challenges faced by researchers during fieldwork in rural China, particularly in connecting with older villagers hindered by language barriers. It emphasizes the significance of integrating personal narratives with ethnographic storytelling, highlighting the delicate balance between authenticity and sensitivity in presenting traumatic experiences.

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