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Six walks in the fictional woods

by Umberto Eco, 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.

Accession 35198 ISBN 9780674302464 Publisher Belknap
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