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Publisher
University of Chicago Press
ISBN-10
0226318141
ISBN-13
9780226318141
eBay Product ID (ePID)
99644566
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
280 Pages
Publication Name
Storycraft : the Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfiction
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Subject
Authorship, Journalism
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Language Arts & Disciplines
Series
Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing Ser.
Format
Hardcover
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0.1 in
Item Weight
20.4 Oz
Item Length
0.9 in
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0.6 in
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LCCN
2010-032575
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"The importance of understanding and utilizing established methods of narrative writing is emphasized throughout the book (structure, point of view, voice and style, setting, scene construction, interviewing), but Storycraft transcends typical writers guides through Hart''s insights to what story is and how human nature determines the fundamentals of any well-written story. Rather than confine his scope to how to write well, Hart makes a case for why one should write well."- Oregonian, Storycraft: The Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfictio n takes a deep dive into the origins and significance of storytelling: from animal-headed deities on cave walls, and hunters sitting round the campfire sharing their adventures of the day; to the Iliad and the Odyssey., The importance of understanding and utilizing established methods of narrative writing is emphasized throughout the book (structure, point of view, voice and style, setting, scene construction, interviewing), but Storycraft transcends typical writers guides through Hart's insights to what story is and how human nature determines the fundamentals of any well-written story. Rather than confine his scope to how to write well, Hart makes a case for why one should write well., If you have any interest in trying to craft the kind of narrative nonfiction practiced by the likes of John McPhee, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, Susan Orlean and Erik Larson, this is a book for you. . . . It offers any nonfiction writer, and freelancer, concrete ways to think about a topic, visualize the most interesting way of presenting its narrative arc, and organize most effectively the presentation of material., Instructive and essential, reading Storycraft is like finding the secret set of blueprints to the writer's craft. Better still, it is engaging, funny, and wise-wonderful to read and wonderful to learn from., "Jack Hart was hands-down the best narrative editor ever to work in newspapers."-Jon Franklin, author of Writing for Story and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, "Jack Hart''s new book is quite remarkable. . . . It''s the story of how to succeed. . . . How to make your mind observe, how to put your observations into words, how to turn reporting into vision and words into power. . . . Read it. It speaks for itself."-Jon Franklin, "For me, [Hart's] book''s appearance was fruitful timing, not unlike finding a new recipe the morning of a dinner party and realizing all the ingredients are in your pantry. Hart''s Storycraft: The Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfiction fortified me. It underscored lessons I thought I''d already mastered, prompting me to think deeper-and talk to my editors more-about the importance of theme."- Nieman Reports, Jack Hart's new book is quite remarkable. . . . It's the story of how to succeed. . . . How to make your mind observe, how to put your observations into words, how to turn reporting into vision and words into power. . . . Read it. It speaks for itself., Hart's new book is quite remarkable. . . . It's the story of how to succeed. . . . How to make your mind observe, how to put your observations into words, how to turn reporting into vision and words into power. . . . Read it. It speaks for itself., "Jack Hart was hands-down the best narrative editor ever to work in newspapers."Jon Franklin, author of Writing for Story and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, "I'd tell you that I am the best writing coach there isif I didn't know Jack Hart."Bruce DeSilva, former Associated Press writing coach, author ofRogueIsland, If you have any interest in trying to craft the kind of narrative nonfiction practiced by the likes of John McPhee, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, Susan Orlean, and Erik Larson, this is a book for you. . . . It offers any nonfiction writer, and freelancer, concrete ways to think about a topic, visualize the most interesting way of presenting its narrative arc, and organize most effectively the presentation of material., "If you have any interest in trying to craft the kind of narrative nonfiction practiced by the likes of John McPhee, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, Susan Orlean and Erik Larson, this is a book for you. . . . It offers any nonfiction writer, and freelancer, concrete ways to think about a topic, visualize the most interesting way of presenting its narrative arc, and organize most effectively the presentation of material."- Writer, For narrative nerds interested in learning about how stories work to move people--or fall flat--this is a must-read to revisit every six months., "When I think back on what I have learned about storytelling over the last 30 years, the trail of memory leads back time and again to Jack Hart. No one has done more to inspire better narrative writing in America."Roy Peter Clark, author ofWriting ToolsandThe Glamour of Grammar, When I think back on what I have learned about storytelling over the last 30 years, the trail of memory leads back time and again to Jack Hart. No one has done more to inspire better narrative writing in America., Instructive and essential, reading Storycraft is like finding the secret set of blueprints to the writer's craft. Better still, it is engaging, funny, and wise--wonderful to read and wonderful to learn from., "I'd tell you that I am the best writing coach there isif I didn't know Jack Hart."Bruce DeSilva, former Associated Press writing coach, author of Rogue Island, "InStorycraft, Jack Hart vividly explains a lifetime of valuable lessons in nonfiction narrative. For all the celebrity star power he brings to this book, his introduction makes the topic welcoming and accessible to students and reporters who may be new to the subject. And he practices what he preaches; this book entertains the reader. It's like listening to Mark Twain on how to tell a story."Norman Sims, University of Massachusetts Amherst, "When I think back on what I have learned about storytelling over the last 30 years, the trail of memory leads back time and again to Jack Hart. No one has done more to inspire better narrative writing in America."Roy Peter Clark, author of Writing Tools and The Glamour of Grammar, "In Storycraft , Jack Hart vividly explains a lifetime of valuable lessons in nonfiction narrative. For all the celebrity star power he brings to this book, his introduction makes the topic welcoming and accessible to students and reporters who may be new to the subject. And he practices what he preaches; this book entertains the reader. It's like listening to Mark Twain on how to tell a story."Norman Sims, University of Massachusetts Amherst, For me, [Hart's] book's appearance was fruitful timing, not unlike finding a new recipe the morning of a dinner party and realizing all the ingredients are in your pantry. Hart's Storycraft: The Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfiction fortified me. It underscored lessons I thought I'd already mastered, prompting me to think deeper--and talk to my editors more--about the importance of theme., "Despite a career focused on the world of journalism, the author demonstrates much insight into the canon of more "literary" creative nonfiction by choosing sound examples that are both accessible and widely acclaimed. . . . This book can function as both a practical introduction to narrative nonfiction and a concise refresher for professionals."- Choice, "When I think back on what I have learned about storytelling over the last 30 years, the trail of memory leads back time and again to Jack Hart. No one has done more to inspire better narrative writing in America."-Roy Peter Clark, author of Writing Tools and The Glamour of Grammar, "Despite a career focused on the world of journalism, the author demonstrates much insight into the canon of more "literary" creative nonfiction by choosing sound examples that are both accessible and widely acclaimed. . . . This book can function as both a practical introduction to narrative nonfiction and a concise refresher for professionals.", "For me, [Hart's] book's appearance was fruitful timing, not unlike finding a new recipe the morning of a dinner party and realizing all the ingredients are in your pantry. Hart's Storycraft: The Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfiction fortified me. It underscored lessons I thought I'd already mastered, prompting me to think deeper--and talk to my editors more--about the importance of theme."-- Nieman Reports, "Instructive and essential, reading Storycraft is like finding the secret set of blueprints to the writer''s craft. Better still, it is engaging, funny, and wise-wonderful to read and wonderful to learn from."-Susan Orlean, "For me, [Hart's] book's appearance was fruitful timing, not unlike finding a new recipe the morning of a dinner party and realizing all the ingredients are in your pantry. Hart's Storycraft: The Complete Guide to Writing Narrative Nonfiction fortified me. It underscored lessons I thought I'd already mastered, prompting me to think deeper-and talk to my editors more-about the importance of theme."- Nieman Reports, In Storycraft , Jack Hart vividly explains a lifetime of valuable lessons in nonfiction narrative. For all the celebrity star power he brings to this book, his introduction makes the topic welcoming and accessible to students and reporters who may be new to the subject. And he practices what he preaches; this book entertains the reader. It's like listening to Mark Twain on how to tell a story., "Instructive and essential, reading Storycraft is like finding the secret set of blueprints to the writer''s craft. Better still, it is engaging, funny, and wise-wonderful to read and wonderful to learn from."-Susan Orlean , "Jack Hart was hands-down the best narrative editor ever to work in newspapers."Jon Franklin, author ofWriting for Storyand two-time Pulitzer Prize winner
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
808/.066
Table Of Content
Introduction Chapter 1: Story Chapter 2: Structure Chapter 3: Point of View Chapter 4: Voice and Style Chapter 5: Character Chapter 6: Scene Chapter 7: Action Chapter 8: Dialogue Chapter 9: Theme Chapter 10: Reporting Chapter 11: Story Narratives Chapter 12: Explanatory Narratives Chapter 13: Other Narratives Chapter 14: Ethics Acknowledgments Notes Bibliography Index
Synopsis
From the work of the New Journalists in the 1960s, to the New Yorker essays of John McPhee, Susan Orlean, Atul Gawande, and a host of others, to blockbuster book-length narratives such as Mary Roach's Stiff or Erik Larson's Devil in the White City , narrative nonfiction has come into its own. Yet writers looking for guidance on reporting and writing true stories have had few places to turn for advice. Now in Storycraft , Jack Hart, a former managing editor of the Oregonian who guided several Pulitzer Prize-winning narratives to publication, delivers what will certainly become the definitive guide to the methods and mechanics of crafting narrative nonfiction. Hart covers what writers in this genre need to know, from understanding story theory and structure, to mastering point of view and such basic elements as scene, action, and character, to drafting, revising, and editing work for publication. Revealing the stories behind the stories, Hart brings readers into the process of developing nonfiction narratives by sharing tips, anecdotes, and recommendations he forged during his decades-long career in journalism. From there, he expands the discussion to other well-known writers to show the broad range of texts, styles, genres, and media to which his advice applies. With examples that draw from magazine essays, book-length nonfiction narratives, documentaries, and radio programs, Storycraft will be an indispensable resource for years to come.
LC Classification Number
PN3377.5.R45H37 2011
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