Narrative Power

Narrative PowerExplore the transformative power of storytelling with 'Narrative Power' by Ken Plummer, a compelling book that delves into the intricacies of narratives in shaping culture and humanity. This BRAND NEW volume, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2019, examines how stories influence societal constructs and individual experiences. With 200 pages of insightful content, Plummer focuses on 'narratives of suffering' and their evolution through various

Explore the transformative power of storytelling with 'Narrative Power' by Ken Plummer, a compelling book that delves into the intricacies of narratives in shaping culture and humanity. This BRAND NEW volume, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2019, examines how stories influence societal constructs and individual experiences. With 200 pages of insightful content, Plummer focuses on 'narratives of suffering' and their evolution through various media. He addresses the urgent crises confronting the modern world, highlighting deep inequalities, global complexities, and the digital age's challenges. Readers will discover how narratives can empower us, inspire change, and contribute to developing sustainable narratives that foster hope and wisdom for a brighter future. This book sets a striking agenda for research and action in narrative studies, perfect for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the interplay between stories and power. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509517039
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 200


Description:


Narratives are the wealth of nations: they animate life, sustain culture and cultivate humanity. They regulate and empower us, bringing both joy and discontent. And they are always embedded in ubiquitous power: stories shape power, and power shapes story.


In this provocative and original study, Ken Plummer takes us on a journey to explore some of the key dimensions of this narrative power. His main focus is on what he calls ˜narratives of suffering™ and how these change through transformative narrative actions across an array of media forms. The modern world is in crisis, and long-standing narratives are being challenged in five major directions: through deep inequalities, global state complexities, digital risks, the perpetual puzzle of truth and the ever-emerging contingencies of time. Asking how we can build sustainable stories for a better future, the book advocates the cultivation of a narrative hope, a narrative wisdom and a politics of narrative humanity.


Narrative Power suggests novel directions for enquiry, discusses a raft of innovative ideas and concepts, and sets a striking new agenda for research and action.