G173 E-reading The Mythic Guide to Characters; Writing Characters Who Enchant and Inspire
Title of the book: The Mythic Guide to Characters; Writing characters who enchant and inspire Author: Dr Antonio Del Drago Publisher: Mythic Scribes Publishing Date: 2013 ISBN: 9780615752310 Summary: How do you create characters who are so compelling that they hook readers from the start? As a professor, writer, and philosopher, Dr. Antonio del Drago has immersed himself in the literary and mythological traditions of the world. His search for answers led him to uncover the common elements behind all great myths and stories. Applying this knowledge to the writing of characters, he has developed a layered approach to character creation. In this guide, you will discover: - The secret to writing multidimensional characters - How to develop your character's unconscious motivations - Four ways in which characters interact with their worlds - Five formative relationships that shape your character - Nine mythic archetypes and how to use them - The difference b...