The Way of the Storyteller: A Great Storyteller Shares Her Rich Experience and Joy in Her Art and Tells Eleven of Her Best-Loved StoriesAs interest in the art of storytelling continues to grow, many books have appeared on the subject but none have matched the scope and charm of The Way of the Storyteller. First published in 1942, this classic work is unique in its blend of literary history, criticism, analysis, personal anecdote, and how-to instructions. Sawyer examines storytelling as a folk art and a still-living art, tracing its evolution from the earliest narrative impulses that developed as stories were written down. With simple suggestions, she instructs the reader in the art of storytelling and freeing the creative imagination by disciplining the mind. Sawyer's guide also includes an engaging selection of international stories sure to enchant both children and adults. The Way of the Storyteller also is an invaluable resource with a comprehensive reading and story list. |
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Page 131
... asked this question more than any other . And how does one acquire technique ; and how long does it take ? These ques- tions might have been asked in Greek , of which language I know nothing . I am conscious of nothing that might be ...
... asked this question more than any other . And how does one acquire technique ; and how long does it take ? These ques- tions might have been asked in Greek , of which language I know nothing . I am conscious of nothing that might be ...
Page 254
... asked the peasant . " Waiting to carry away this black soul with me . " " While you wait I will play a game with you . Whoever wins shall take with him this soul . Agreed ? " " Agreed . " They played . The peasant won . The rich man ...
... asked the peasant . " Waiting to carry away this black soul with me . " " While you wait I will play a game with you . Whoever wins shall take with him this soul . Agreed ? " " Agreed . " They played . The peasant won . The rich man ...
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... asked the Princess . " Ochone , ye poor feeble - minded girl ! " and the cook looked at her pityingly . " Haven't ye heard the King is to be married this day to the fairest princess in seven coun- ties ? " " Once that was I , " thought ...
... asked the Princess . " Ochone , ye poor feeble - minded girl ! " and the cook looked at her pityingly . " Haven't ye heard the King is to be married this day to the fairest princess in seven coun- ties ? " " Once that was I , " thought ...
Contents
AN INTRODUCTION | 15 |
STORYTELLING A FOLKART | 23 |
THE ANTIQUITY OF IT | 43 |
Copyright | |
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