56 pages 1 hour read

Jonathan Gottschall

The Storytelling Animal

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Reviews & Readership

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The Storytelling Animal by Jonathan Gottschall is lauded for its compelling argument on the innate human urge for storytelling, blending science and humanities seamlessly. While readers praise its engaging narrative and thought-provoking insights, some critique it for occasional repetitiveness and lack of depth in certain areas. Nonetheless, it remains an enlightening read.

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Who Should Read The Storytelling Animal?

Readers who would enjoy The Storytelling Animal by Jonathan Gottschall are curious about the evolutionary and psychological roots of storytelling. Fans of works like Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari and The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell will appreciate Gottschall's accessible blend of science and narrative.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Society: Community
Values/Ideas: Literature
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos
Genre
Anthropology
Psychology
Philosophy
Topics
Anthropology
Science / Nature
Business / Economics