Pellowski, Anne,

The world of storytelling / by Anne Pellowski. - Expanded and revised edition. - xxi, 311 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 255-295) and index.

pt. 1. Introduction. History and definition of storytelling -- pt. 2. Types of storytelling : past and present. Bardic storytelling -- Religious storytelling -- Folk storytelling -- Theatrical storytelling -- Library and institutional storytelling -- Camp, park, and playground storytelling -- Hygienic and therapeutic storytelling -- pt. 3. The format and style of storytelling. Opening of the story session -- Style : language, voice, and audience response -- Musical accompaniment -- Pictures and objects used with storytelling -- Closing of the story session -- pt. 4. The training of storytellers. A brief history and survey of training methods -- Visuality, orality, literacy : their meaning in relation to storytelling for entertainment, education and health -- Storytelling festivals.

0824207882 9780824207885

90031151


Storytelling
Tales--History and criticism
Activity programs in education
Storytelling in education

LB1042 / .P44 1990

808.543