A Poetics of Plot for the Twenty-First Century

Exploring the evolution of narrative, this book introduces a new model for understanding literature in the context of unconventional storytelling. Brian Richardson critiques traditional narrative theory, emphasizing its limitations in addressing contemporary and late modernist works. He examines a diverse range of authors from Aristophanes to Angela Carter, illustrating how these writers challenge and redefine narrative boundaries. This study seeks to enhance our comprehension of innovative narratives and their significance in the literary landscape of the twenty-first century.