The Storytelling Animal The Storytelling Animal Jonathan Gottschall

The Storytelling Animal

Why Narrative Defines Human Experience

by Jonathan Gottschall

★ 4.2 16 min read

About This Book

The Storytelling Animal (2012) examines why humans are drawn to narrative like no other species. The book demonstrates how storytelling provides evolutionary advantages and clarifies both the benefits and challenges that narratives introduce into human existence.

Who Should Read This?

  • Readers who consume fiction voraciously
  • Educators and caregivers concerned about declining literacy
  • Scholars studying evolutionary biology or psychology

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