The Grammar of Fantasy : An Introduction to the Art of Inventing Stories.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rodari, Gianni.

Contributor:

Forsythe, Matthew.

Zipes, Jack.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Storytelling.

Imagination in children.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (228 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Enchanted Lion, 2025.

New York : Enchanted Lion Books, LLC, 2025.

Summary:

This book, 'The Grammar of Fantasy' by Gianni Rodari, is a seminal work on the art of storytelling and creativity, particularly tailored for educators, parents, and those working with children. It explores innovative techniques for crafting stories, emphasizing the use of imagination and linguistic play. Rodari introduces concepts such as the 'fantastic binomial' and the 'creative mistake' to inspire both children and adults to think outside traditional narrative frameworks. The book also revisits and reimagines classic fairy tales, demonstrating new methods of engagement. With its focus on fostering creativity in children, it serves as a guide for educators to integrate storytelling into learning. Rodari's work is celebrated for its contribution to children's literature and pedagogy, blending humor, insight, and practical advice. The revised edition includes an introduction by Jack Zipes, situating Rodari's work within its historical and cultural context. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Introduction by Jack Zipes - The Incomparable Gianni Rodari: Devil’s Advocate or Patron Saint of Children?

1. Background

2. The Stone in the Pond

3. The Word “Hi”

4. The Fantastic Binomial

5. “Light” and “Shoes”

6. What Would Happen If…

7. Lenin’s Grandfather

8. The Arbitrary Prefix

9. The Creative Mistake

10. Old Games

11. How Limericks Are Made

12. How Riddles Are Made

13. The False Riddle

14. Popular Folk Tales as Raw Material

15. Telling Stories Wrong

16. Little Red Riding Hood in a Helicopter

17. The Fairy Tale Reversed

18. What Happens Next?

19. Fairy-Tale Salad

20. Recasting Fairy Tales

21. Propp’s Playing Cards

22. Franco Passatore “Puts the Cards on the Fable”

23. Fairy Tales in an “Obligatory Key”

24. Analysis of the Befana

25. The Little Glass Man Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

1-59270-457-3

OCLC:

1518280923