Exploring Folklore, Myths, and the Power of Storytelling

The chapter delves into rich folklore and storytelling traditions, distinguishing between folklore and myth through tales of adventurous sisters escaping unwanted marriages in Syria and England. It explores the impact of Joseph Campbell's monomyth theory on storytelling, discussing the narrow interpretations it can create and shifting the focus to community-driven heroism. The chapter examines the weaponization of storytelling throughout history, from colonial powers manipulating folk beliefs to modern solutions like using bees to deter elephants in conflict resolution.