Pellowski, Anne

The world of storytelling by Anne Pellowski - Rev. ed. - Bronx, NY : H.W. Wilson, 1990. - xxi, 311 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 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.

A practical guide to the origins, development, and applications of storytelling.

Young Adult Follett Library Resources Young Adult

9780824207885 $25.00

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Storytelling
Tales--History and criticism
Storytelling
Storytelling--History and criticism

LB1042 / .P44 1990

808.5/43