Some advice on writing a thesis, book or article. Alan Macfarlane 2008

[@HeyGabsterSD]

browsing around the internet procrastinating. This pops up and one of the first things he says is don't delay start writing ASAP

[@Phyyte]

What a lovely interview; descriptive, explaining and understanding. His advice certainly both anchored me from any doubts and aspired to embrace the writing process precariously. Thank you!

[@mahiraskirata]

Your timing is perfect! I'm writing my MA thesis as we speak and working towards entry into a PhD program! Many thanks for sharing this!

[@commenthismofo]

Just out of curiosity; did you start your Ph.D.?

[@light1908]

So great! I loved the fire metaphor. Thank you, Professor.

[@JCResDoc94]

19:25 Importance of Creative Expression & The Social In Writing

[@expeditioner9322]

This is a master class on writing.

[@charleswood2182]

Author Natalie Goldberg found that painting or drawing as a creative process produced benefits in her narrative prose. So when Macfarlane says play, I hear paint, or draw, or play piano, etc.

[@elisabettaa715]

Thank you professor Macfarlane! Thank you Luo and B for making this interview happen. I felt I was at the scene listening to professor Macfarlane!

[@vahanprasan]

I am new to anthropological domain and working on mixed methods approach to tackle environmental issues. I heard from one of the reviewers of a journal that anthropologists interacts with others through humane, humble, simple and self awareness approach and anthropology deals in similar manner through a series of ethnographic views.. She said, before going to field, first go through some videos and look for interviews which explains above qualities... I am so surprised that anthropologists are themselves so humanistic in nature and how for doctors service should be motto, for anthropologist, sir's qualities are pre requisite. I am really surprised and congratulate prof sir and people who took this video which benefits immensely to students like me. Thank you.

[@commenthismofo]

Interesting. In which region are you doing fieldwork?

[@JCResDoc94]

53:20 Always An Effort - Never A Burden: And the End Is Always Still To Come

[@wearenotalone0090]

I really enjoyed this interview. Thanks for posting.

[@sandragarcia9910]

It has been so helpful and I feel much better now, I am just starting to write my master thesis and now I keep on mind all your advices... Wishing to experience teh writing as Religious ecstasys and having fun all the way. thanks from my heart dear Professor

[@scalfaroc]

Wish I'd have stumbled across this at the beginning of my dissertation. Nevertheless great stuff!

[@declan993]

This is a great upload! It is interesting to think of the various ways I have written essays and such over the years. What fascinates me is the variety of methods I have used over the years. Your idea that one should start a work with an event or idea that interests you has indeed been the method I have deployed in some of my better works. As usual, thanks for all the great uploads!

[@MarcGroefsema]

Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences and tips on the process of writing. It was very helpfull!

[@solmma]

Thank you, so much!

[@cowcolwyn]

Thank you! What a great man!

[@MidnightStar13]

This is a brilliant video, thank you so much for sharing this.

[@wm9217]

Best advice. Stunning. Really informative.

[@medhavigulati736]

Thank you Professor. It is of great help!

[@user-hk7to4wh8k]

Thank you very much! Inspiring!

[@AdamNicholson1979]

This is fantastic. Thank you so much for posting this interview.

[@ntulia.kapologwe9088]

This is very good and very useful

[@tedoymisojos]

This was great, thanks for sharing it.

[@akliluendalamawsinshaw925]

Thank you over much!!!!

[@jerrybrown6839]

This has really helped me!!!

[@JCResDoc94]

20:20 All gr8 minds do

[@frankdsouza2425]

Sunamika, It may be a good idea to have your hearing checked? For, I was able to hear every syllable perfectly.

[@ayabaya]

Dear Frank - you have made a number of interesting comments, but when I reply to you, your comments disappear. If you feel like dropping me an email at [e-mail] it would be interesting to know more about you. Alan

[@frankdsouza2425]

Prof MacFarlane, Will you pardon my inexcusable though wholly unintended discourtesy, in not responding before. Rely on me to contact you. If I fail, it will not be for want of trying, and I will notify you accordingly. Best Wishes. D'Souza

[@lizadixon1741]

Great advice here, thank you! 🙏 I wonder what his opinion is on listening to music while writing...help or hinderance? 🤔

[@JCResDoc94]

7:44

[@JCResDoc94]

34:45 Novelty Curve In Revelation

[@JCResDoc94]

28:10 Writes Like A Gamer

[@sunamika9176]

He's great, but his voice fades away at the end of every sentence - its a strain to listen to him

[@frankdsouza2425]

Sunamika, It seems that during the last 12 months, no-one has written in, supporting your comment. So, might it be a good idea to have your hearing checked? I for one can hear Prof MacFarlane with total clarity.