Publisher's Synopsis
PERFECT FOR THE FIRST TIME AUTHOR AGED 8 - 80!! SIGNIFICANT DISCOUNT OFFERED FOR BULK PURCHASES. PLEASE EMAIL: [email protected] for more info. The art of storytelling began long before mankind developed writing tools. It is believed that soon after the skill of language evolved people started telling stories to educate, to entertain and as a means to express their feelings, beliefs and heroism. Our ancestors probably gathered around the evening fires to be captivated, enchanted and enlightened by the ancient storytellers. Families and communities were strengthened and maintained through stories that connected their present, past and future. The long tradition of storytelling is evident in the earliest cultures, such as the Australian Aborigines. Telling stories was also a nurturing act for both the listener and the teller. Those who excelled at storytelling became our entertainers, cultural advisors, educators and historians. The importance of the storyteller in human history cannot be overstated. Storytelling was, and remains, one of the most respected skills a person can master. The first evidence of storytelling can be found in cave paintings, which recorded both history and mythology in their storylines. Over time, such respect was given to the storytellers that they became honoured members of Royal Courts, Sages and Scribes. Storytelling can preserve a culture, instil moral values and it can be therapeutic. The art and skill of storytelling has come a long way over human history but three things remain constant and crucial: The plot The characters & The narrative In this first ever step-by-step guide to teach your child the art of storytelling perhaps we may just be nurturing the next Steven Spielberg, Richard Branson or Plato! In every sphere of human existence, be it entertainment, commerce or philosophy, it all begins with the story...
