Oral histories are often cited as sources in historical studies. But don't forget that, because of the special nature of oral history, there are many pitfalls. Whether it becomes a true reflection of history or a distortion depends on the skill of the editor and the wisdom of the reader.
口述歷史如今常被當作學術論文的註腳，但是不要忘記，口述歷史因為它的特性，有很多陷阱，它能否成為歷史事實，甚或扭曲了歷史真相，就得看編史者的功力，和讀史者的慧眼了。