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Kurt Vonnegut's Simple Theory of the Eight Shapes of Storytelling

The Storytelling Lab

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Exploring Vonnegut's Narrative Shapes

This chapter delves into Kurt Vonnegut's theory of narrative shapes, highlighting common story arcs like 'man in a hole' and 'boy meets girl.' It examines how these archetypes echo real-life experiences and contrasts them with traditional tragic narratives, providing insight into audience engagement.

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