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Angus Fletcher on Inventions in Literature
Angus Fletcher on Inventions in Literature
Angus Fletcher on Inventions in Literature
Friday 21st May 2021
Join Eric Zimmer and Angus Fletcher as they discuss the transformative power of literature on 'The One You Feed'.
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Get the buttons here!The Healing Magic of Stories: Angus Fletcher on Literature’s Impact
If you want more courage, if you want more curiosity, if you want more spirituality, if you want to kind of activate the spiritual zones of your brain, literature, as far as we know, is the first technology that humans invented for spirituality
What if the books you read could actually change your brain? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer sits down with Angus Fletcher, a Professor of Story Science at Ohio State University, to dive into this fascinating idea. Fletcher, who holds degrees in both neuroscience and literature, shares insights from his book *WonderWorks: The 25 Most Powerful Inventions in the History of Literature*.
He explores how stories can foster wisdom, love, courage, creativity, and curiosity in our lives. Fletcher's expertise in the scientific workings of novels, poetry, film, and theater offers a unique perspective on the transformative power of literature. He discusses how literature serves as a tool for healing and activating the spiritual zones of our brains. One particularly intriguing point is his belief that literature was humanity's first technology for spirituality.
The conversation also touches on the benefits of rereading childhood books and how they can help us navigate pain and suffering. Fletcher explains that children's literature often strikes a balance between order and anarchy, which nurtures creativity and curiosity in young minds. This episode is packed with enlightening discussions on the profound impact of storytelling. Whether you're a book lover or just curious about the science behind literature's effects, this episode promises to be both informative and thought-provoking.