Storytelling and Collective Psychology: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Life and the Work of Derren Brown

by Darren Kelsey

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030936597
• ISBN13: 9783030936594
• Release Date: April 2022
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.8" x 8.3"