Jonathan Gottschall
The Storytelling Animal: How Stories Make Us Human
- ISBN 13:
- 9780544002340
- author:
- Jonathan Gottschall
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Mariner Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 5.50 (w) x 8.40 (h) x 0.90 (d)
- Genre:
- Folklore & Mythology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Storytelling Animal: How Stories Make Us Human by Jonathan Gottschall Humans live in landscapes of make-believe, spinning fantasies and devouring stories from novels, films, and plays. Even everyday events unfold as narratives. Yet the world of story has long remained an undiscovered territory. Jonathan Gottschall offers a unified theory of storytelling, arguing that it helps us navigate life's complex social problems. Drawing on research in neuroscience, psychology, and evolutionary biology, he explains how stories shape our lives and can change the world for the better. This insightful book reveals the fundamental human instinct to tell and share stories, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in understanding the power of storytelling.
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