Story and Discourse - Seymour Chatman (original) (raw)

Seymour Chatman's "Story and Discourse" explores the distinctions and interrelations between narrative story and discourse, emphasizing the theoretical underpinnings of narrative construction. The text discusses historical considerations in narrative theory and critiques various structuralist approaches, illustrating the complexity of narrative forms through examples from literature. Ultimately, Chatman advocates for a holistic understanding of narratives, challenging reductive taxonomies while striving for an engaging and practical exploration of narrative theory.