An Introduction to Narratology

An Introduction to Narratology

<P><EM>An Introduction to Narratology</EM> is an accessible, practical guide to narratological theory and terminology and its application to literature. </P> <P>In this book, Monika Fludernik outlines: </P> <UL> <UL> <P></P></UL> <LI>the key concepts of style, metaphor and metonymy, and the history of narrative forms </LI> <LI>narratological approaches to interpretation and the linguistic aspects of texts, including new cognitive developments in the field</LI> <LI>how students can use narratological theory to work with texts, incorporating detailed practical examples</LI> <LI>a glossary of useful narrative terms, and suggestions for further reading.</LI></UL> <P>This textbook offers a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of narratology by a leading practitioner in the field. It demystifies the subject in a way that is accessible to beginners, but also reflects recent theoretical developments and narratology’s increasing popularity as a critical tool.</P>