{"product_id":"against-storytelling-literary-activism-series","title":"Against Storytelling (Literary Activism Series)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgainst Storytelling\u003c\/strong\u003e, edited by Amit Chaudhuri, is a collection of essays that reconsiders the role and significance of storytelling in contemporary literature and culture. Bringing together the perspectives of novelists, academics and translators, the book examines how the idea of \"storytelling\" has evolved and questions many of the assumptions that shape discussions of writing, creativity and literary expression today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from talks presented at a Literary Activism symposium, the essays explore the cultural, historical and intellectual forces that have influenced the growing prominence of storytelling. The collection is intended for readers interested in literature, criticism, creative writing and the changing landscape of global literary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgainst Storytelling\u003c\/strong\u003e investigates when and why the phrase \"we are all storytellers\" became widely accepted, linking its rise to developments such as the emergence of new forms of the novel, the global dominance of the English language and the era of economic liberalisation. The essays encourage readers to question whether storytelling alone defines the value of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing contributions from writers and scholars including Anjum Hasan, Arvind Krishna Mehrotra, Charles Bernstein, Geoffrey O'Brien, Gurvinder Singh, Jeremy Harding, Jean-Frédéric Chevallier and Tiffany Atkinson, the book explores the possibilities of creativity beyond conventional narratives and highlights the diverse ways literature can engage with the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCritical essays on the meaning of storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerspectives on literature, creativity and narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussions linking storytelling with cultural and historical change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on the influence of English and global literary trends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContributions from novelists, academics and translators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative ways of thinking about writing beyond traditional stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in literary criticism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents and scholars of literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWriters and creative writing enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders exploring contemporary literary thought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgainst Storytelling\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a thought-provoking examination of one of the most widely accepted ideas in contemporary literature. Through a diverse collection of essays, it encourages readers to rethink storytelling, creativity and the many forms that meaningful writing can take.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amit Chaudhuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54553950191891,"sku":"BY36.350","price":380.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/4494\/6707\/files\/AgainstStorytelling_1.webp?v=1787839782","url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/against-storytelling-literary-activism-series","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}