Narrative Structures and the Language of the Self

In Narrative Structures and the Language of the Self, Matthew Clark explores the intricate relationship between character and plot, presenting characters as structured sets that reflect various dimensions of the self. Divided into two parts, the audiobook first analyzes literary works like The Talented Mr. Ripley and A Farewell to Arms through philosophical lenses, while the second part employs Case Grammar to examine different roles of the self in narratives including The Great Gatsby and Howards End. Concluding with a detailed study of Hartley’s The Go-Between, Clark aims to deepen the understanding of the self beyond simplistic binaries, enhancing our grasp of narrative complexity.