Contracts Of Fiction by Ellen Spolsky
Cognition, Culture, Community
In this thought-provoking exploration of narrative structures, the author delves into the intricate relationship between fiction and reality, examining how stories shape human understanding and perception. Through a blend of literary analysis and cognitive science, the book investigates the "contracts" or agreements that readers and writers implicitly enter into when engaging with fictional worlds. By dissecting the mechanisms that make stories believable and impactful, the author offers insights into the cognitive processes that underpin our engagement with narrative, ultimately revealing the profound influence of fiction on human cognition and culture.
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- Published
- 2007
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- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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