From Greek ruins to a Child's Mind

A Research Oddyssey of Sorts. Interview with Armin W. Geertz

Abstract

Narratives have always been part and parcel of religious studies from great myths to the intriguing little stories we collect in the fileld. However, narrative is also used by researchers as a tool to reflect on theoretical issues. As researchers we are first and foremost human beings, and any human uses narrative in order to contruct meaning, raise questions, and connect broader reflexions with practical experience. This interview with Professor Armin W. Geertz is a narrative journey into the experiences and reflections of a researcher, who has left a clear mark on the dynamic research area: religion, narrative and cognition.