The Geometry of Narrative
"The Geometry of Narrative" is a 1983 science fiction short story by Hilbert Schenck. It was first published in Analog Science Fiction.
Synopsis
A literature student proposes a new way to apply geometrical concepts to the analysis of narrative, with unexpected results.
Reception
"The Geometry of Narrative" was shortlisted for the 1983 Nebula Award for Best Short Story[1] and the 1984 Hugo Award for Best Short Story.[2]
Brian Stableford described it as "a modernised Platonic dialogue".[3]
References
- ^ The Geometry of Narrative, at Science Fiction Writers of America; retrieved October 13, 2018
- ^ 1984 Hugo Awards, at TheHugoAwards.org; retrieved October 13, 2018
- ^ Science Fact and Science Fiction: An Encyclopedia, by Brian Stableford; published September 6, 2006, by Routledge