The Magic of Writing
- ISBN-10
- 113760798X
- ISBN-13
- 9781137607980
- Series
- The Magic of Writing
- Category
- Language Arts & Disciplines
- Pages
- 192
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2018-10-15
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Author
- Adrian May
Description
In this engaging guide, teacher, poet and lyricist Adrian May shows how magic is a tool used by writers to generate creativity, where concepts of magic are seen as portals of creative power. This unique book features approachable chapters on aspects of magic and writing - such as the Tarot and the creative methods of W. B. Yeats. Blending literary criticism with practical exercises, this text will enable readers to understand the magical nature of creative writing, giving them a sense of wider possibilities and equipping them to improve their creative writing. This an ideal resource for undergraduate or postgraduate students taking courses on Creative Writing, as well as established or budding writers working independently.
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