Basic Elements of Narrative

Outlines a way of thinking about what narrative is and how to identify its basic elements across various media, introducing key concepts developed by previous theorists and contributing original ideas to the growing body of scholarship on stories.

Includes an overview of recent developments in narrative scholarship

Provides an accessible introduction to key concepts in the field

Views narrative as a cognitive structure, type of text, and resource for interpersonal communication

Uses examples from literature, face to face interaction, graphic novels, and film to explore the core features of narrative

Includes a glossary of key terms, full bibliography, and comprehensive index

Appropriate for multiple audiences, including students, non-specialists, and experts in the field