A History of Story-telling: Studies in the development of narrative

Name: A History of Story-telling: Studies in the development of narrative
Author: Arthur Ransome

The author offers a personal, essayistic survey of narrative art that selects notable stories and writers to illustrate how technique, material, and form evolved. Rather than a comprehensive chronicle, the work traces shifts from early oral and medieval modes through Renaissance adaptations of classical models to later novelistic experiments, examining narrative devices, thematic preoccupations, and genre shaping. Chapters read as loosely linked studies focused on masterpieces admired by the editor, combining critical commentary with representative selections to show how storytellers repeatedly reinvent form and subject across time.

By Arthur Ransome

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Arthur Ransome

Arthur Ransome was an English author and journalist, best known for his contributions to children's literature and his insightful studies of Russian culture. His notable works include "Old Peter's Russian Tales," which introduces young readers to traditional Russian folklore, and "A History of Story-telling: Studies in the development of narrative," where he explores the evolution of narrative forms. Ransome's experiences in Russia during the early 20th century informed his writing, particularly in works like "Russia in 1919," reflecting on the tumultuous period following the Russian Revolution. His literary legacy continues to influence both children's literature and cultural studies.