Homo Narrans
John D. Niles
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Homo Narrans
Published
2011
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press
Pages
291
ISBN-13
9781283889995
Description
"In Homo Narrans John D. Niles explores how human beings shape their world through the stories they tell. This book weaves together the study of Anglo-Saxon literature and culture with the author's own engagements in the field with some of the greatest twentieth-century singers and storytellers in the Scottish tradition. Niles ponders the nature of the storytelling impulse, the social function of narrative, and the role of individual talent in oral tradition. His investigation of the poetics of oral narrative encompasses literary works that we know only through written texts but that are grounded in oral technique - works such as the epic poems and hymns of early Greece and the Anglo-Saxon heroic poem Beowulf."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Homo Narrans?
This edition of Homo Narrans has approximately 291 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Homo Narrans?
For most readers, Homo Narrans typically takes between 6h 4m and 4h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Homo Narrans?
The estimated word count for Homo Narrans is approximately 72,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Homo Narrans?
Homo Narrans was written by John D. Niles.
When was Homo Narrans published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.