{"product_id":"such-stuff-as-dreams","title":"Such Stuff as Dreams","description":"Discover 'Such Stuff as Dreams: The Psychology of Fiction', a profound exploration into the interplay between fiction and human psychology. This captivating book delves into how narratives engage our brains and stimulate our imaginations, ultimately shaping our understanding of ourselves and others. Perfect for avid readers and aspiring writers alike, this book exposes the essence of storytelling by examining key elements like character development, plot structure, thematic depth, and setting. Backed by contemporary psychological research and enhanced by excerpts from renowned authors like William Shakespeare and Jane Austen, this text reveals how reading fiction enhances social skills and emotional understanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're a scholar, a casual reader, or a writer seeking inspiration, this book offers accessible insights into the mechanics of fiction. The engaging discussions on literary techniques such as metaphor and defamiliarization afford readers a deeper appreciation of literary art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its robust endnotes, 'Such Stuff as Dreams' is anchored in psychological studies, brilliantly connecting fiction with psychological conceptions such as identification with characters. Dive into this enlightening read and elevate your literary experience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW; ISBN: 9780470974575; Year: 2011; Publisher: John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons (UK); Pages: 304.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780470974575\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2011\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons (UK)\u003cbr\u003ePages: 304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003eSuch Stuff as Dreams: The Psychology of Fiction explores how\u003cbr\u003efiction works in the brains and imagination of both readers and\u003cbr\u003ewriters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDemonstrates how reading fiction can contribute to a greater\u003cbr\u003eunderstanding of, and the ability to change, ourselves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInformed by the latest psychological research which focuses on,\u003cbr\u003efor example, how identification with fictional characters occurs,\u003cbr\u003eand how literature can improve social abilities\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplores traditional aspects of fiction, including character,\u003cbr\u003eplot, setting, and theme, as well as a number of classic\u003cbr\u003etechniques, such as metaphor, metonymy, defamiliarization, and\u003cbr\u003ecues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes extensive end-notes, which ground the work in\u003cbr\u003epsychological studies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures excerpts from fiction which are discussed throughout\u003cbr\u003ethe text, including works by William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Kate\u003cbr\u003eChopin, Anton Chekhov, James Baldwin, and others","brand":"Smartfox Books","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":41585774002309,"sku":"PR89950","price":64.1,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/0213\/3637\/files\/image_STJVY2MAYBQC.jpg?v=1776273958","url":"https:\/\/smartfoxbooks.co.nz\/products\/such-stuff-as-dreams","provider":"Smartfox Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}