Narrative Genre
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A Narrative Genre is a genre for narratives (that organizes and categorizes stories based on their content, form, and style).
- Context:
- It can (typically) establish Genre Patterns and Story Conventions.
- It can (typically) guide Narrative Understanding for audiences and creators.
- It can (often) reflect Cultural Norms and Historical Norms.
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- It can range from being a Traditional Narrative Genre to being a Modern Narrative Genre, depending on historical period.
- It can range from being a Simple Narrative Genre to being a Complex Narrative Genre, depending on story structure.
- It can range from being a Pure Narrative Genre to being a Hybrid Narrative Genre, depending on genre mixing.
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- It can be based on Themes (such as epic, tragedy, comedy, and romance).
- It can be used across different Mediums (literature, film, theater, video games).
- It can influence Story Tone, Story Setting, and Plot Development.
- It can overlap with Literary Genres and Film Genres.
- It can facilitate Narrative Communication through common vocabulary.
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- Example(s):
- Classic Narrative Genres, such as:
- Epic Genre, featuring grand scale and heroic deeds.
- Tragedy Genre, focusing on downfall and suffering.
- Comedy Genre, emphasizing humor and happy endings.
- Modern Narrative Genres, such as:
- Mystery Genre, focusing on investigation and revelation.
- Science Fiction Genre, exploring technological implications.
- Fantasy Genre, featuring magical and supernatural elements.
- Hybrid Narrative Genres, such as:
- Horror-Fantasy Genre, blending supernatural and fear elements.
- Sci-Fi-Western Genre, combining future tech with frontier themes.
- Romantic Comedy Genre, mixing love stories with humor.
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- Classic Narrative Genres, such as:
- Counter-Example(s):
- Non-Narrative Forms, such as expository writing.
- Art Genre, which categorizes visual rather than narrative works.
- Music Genre, which classifies sound rather than story.
- Technical Genre, which organizes instructional content.
- See: Epic Film, Narrative, Genre, Homer, Film, Theatre, Television Show, Novel, Video Game.
References
2024
- (Wikipedia, 2024) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narrative_genre Retrieved:2024-2-23.
- The concept of narrative genre encompasses the various categorizations of narratives based on thematic, stylistic, or formal criteria. This classification aids in the analysis and understanding of narratives, as well as in the identification of patterns and conventions across different cultures and historical periods. The versatility of narrative genres reflects the diverse ways in which stories can be told and experienced, adapting to the changing landscapes of culture, technology, and audience expectations.