A Theory of Narrative
- ISBN-10
- 0231144296
- ISBN-13
- 9780231144292
- Series
- A Theory of Narrative
- Category
- Literary Criticism
- Pages
- 377
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2008
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Author
- Rick Altman
Description
Narrative is a powerful element of human culture, storing and sharing the cherished parts of our personal memories and giving structure to our laws, entertainment, and history. This text presents a wide-ranging and wholly original approach to understanding the nature of narrative.
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