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Six walks in the fictional woods / Umberto Eco ; foreword by Louis Menand

This collection of lectures explores the relationship between readers and fictional worlds, examining the mechanics of narrative and storytelling. It uses examples from literature and popular culture to analyse how authors construct meaning and engage the imagination.

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