How well do you really know the older people in your family? And
how will you make sure their stories will be preserved for
generations to come? Homemade Biography is a fun and practical
guide to recording a relative's story so it will never be
forgotten. New York Times bestselling author Tom Zoellner, who
wrote his own grandmother's biography, draws on years of
interviewing and writing experience to provide:
- More than 300 questions designed to provke vivid responses
- Case studies of successful family biographies
- A revolutionary technique for writing with grace and
energy
- Ways of finding a connective theme buried in a jumble of
facts
- Strategies for dealing with sensitive topics
- Professional methods of editing for quality and accuracy
- Tips for making your relative's story a part of the permanent
historical record
Most of us think about bringing a tape recorder or a notebook to
a visit with an older relative, but few actually do it. This
clear-eyed manual gives you all the expertise you'll need to finish
what could be one of the most fulfilling conversations you'll ever
have.
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