The Cambridge Companion to Literature and Science
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Fiction and Social Change Can stories change the world? This thought-provoking collection explores the influence of fiction on culture, identity, politics, and social behavior. Bringing together perspectives from literature, media studies,...
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Fiction and Social Change
Can stories change the world? This thought-provoking collection explores the influence of fiction on culture, identity, politics, and social behavior. Bringing together perspectives from literature, media studies, and cultural theory, the book examines how fictional worlds shape the way individuals and societies think, feel, and act.
Overview
From classic literary characters to modern fan communities, fiction has long influenced human imagination and social life. This collection investigates how stories extend beyond entertainment to affect personal identities, cultural values, political movements, and collective action across different societies and historical periods.
Key Topics
- The social and cultural impact of fiction
- Storytelling and collective imagination
- Literature, film, and media studies
- Fictional worlds and identity formation
- Myth, narrative, and popular culture
- Fan communities and participatory storytelling
- Political and social influence of narratives
- The relationship between fiction and reality
Features
- Interdisciplinary collection of scholarly essays
- Examines fiction across literature, film, and other media
- Explores global perspectives on storytelling
- Investigates the power of narrative in shaping society
- Includes analyses of historical and contemporary examples
- Connects fiction with culture, politics, and social change
- Ideal for students, researchers, and literature enthusiasts
- Encourages critical thinking about the role of stories
Specifications
- Format: Paperback
- Page Count: 282 Pages
- Dimensions: 9.61" × 6.69"
- Publication Date: November 10, 2025
- Category: Literary Criticism & Cultural Studies
Package Includes
- 1 × Fiction and Social Change
The Cambridge Companion to Literature and Science
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