Booker, Christopher
The Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories - 20th Anniversary Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399415927
- author:
- Booker, Christopher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Continuum
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 736
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This comprehensive exploration of storytelling reveals that there are seven fundamental themes that recur across all kinds of narratives. From ancient myths to modern popular culture, Booker examines how these archetypal patterns shape our understanding of human psychology and the stories we tell.
Booker's analysis takes a fascinating journey through the evolution of storytelling over the past 200 years, highlighting why many stories have lost their way by disconnecting from their underlying purpose. He also delves into the evolutionary roots of storytelling, revealing how it has provided a unique window into humanity's psychological development over thousands of years.
This seminal work offers a fresh perspective on the role of storytelling in our lives, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in understanding the power and purpose of narrative.
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