Stories define us. They underlie our beliefs and convictions, our characters and tastes. Thousands of years ago, the ability to craft compelling stories helped us spread across the planet, maintain connections, and draw and erase boundaries between tribes. And more recently, it has also helped us write books, make films, and create virtual worlds. But why do we love stories so much? The answer lies in the structure of our brains. Using the latest advances in neuroscience, Will Storr explains how Shakespeare's worldwide fame is rooted in evolution, the power of Citizen Kane and American Beauty, and what we can learn from ourselves. According to Storr, every person's life is a brilliant script, but it is not written by higher powers, but by our brains, which constantly imbue everything with meaning and purpose. 'The Inner Storyteller' turns the idea of ​​literary craft and screenwriting skills on its head, revealing how stories are born in our heads—and how the authors of blockbuster films and acclaimed literary masterpieces manipulate the deep layers of the subconscious.

Author: Will Storr
Publishing House: Individuum
Year: 2022
Number of pages: 304
Cover type: Paperback
Translator: Dmitry Vinogradov
Age group: 16+