Darren Kelsey

Storytelling and Collective Psychology

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Life and the Work of Derren Brown

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This book examines the work of psychological illusionist Derren Brown to understand the significance of storytelling and ancient philosophy in our society. Reflecting on the social disconnection and political polarisation of recent times, Darren Kelsey considers how we can rebuild a sense of collective cohesion and common good, weaving together contemporary psychology with ancient Stoicism to cut through the noise of modern life. Kelsey shows that Brown is more than a stage performer: he¿s an enlightened magician who offers us guidance for navigating the challenges life throws at us, using his skills and wisdom to help us better understand ou… Mehr

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Produktdetails

ISBN: 978-3-030-93659-4
EAN: 9783030936594
Produktnummer: 38779904
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Sprache: Englisch
Erscheinungsjahr: 2022
Seitenangabe: 224 S.
Masse: H21.0 cm x B14.8 cm x D1.2 cm 296 g
Auflage: 1st ed. 2022
Abbildungen: Paperback
Gewicht: 296

Über den Autor

Darren Kelsey is Reader in Media and Collective Psychology at Newcastle University's School of Arts and Cultures. Darren's teaching, research and previous publications have focused on storytelling, mythology and psychology in media, politics and popular culture. Darren currently lives in County Durham with his wife and daughter.