I'm looking for advice and guidance on two issues. Firstly I would
appreciate comments on the most suitable software for analysing texts for
metaphors and other speech patterns. I am writing a working paper on
"Shakespeare and Strategy" and am interested in exploring how he portrays
the speech patterns of his leaders ( eg. is there any noticeable difference
in their use of metaphor ? ). I am going to be using a case study method
with the idea of comparing across different works/leaders. I have a CD with
all his works on and am hoping to be able to import this into a software
programme. I would also be grateful for comments or suggestions on
structuring the reseach design for maximum effectiveness.
Secondly I am investigating the possibility of a shareware version of the
package.
Unfortunately I do not have access to programmes of this nature and as the
paper is a "one-off" cannot outlay the necessary(particularly with the Rand
currently being so weak!).
Thank you on this my first journey into the mysterious world of qualitative
software.
Peter Ducray
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