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> </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>