Narrative Theory

The primary forms of narrative structures are:

1. Novels
2. Poems
3. Drama
4. Short stories
5. Novellas
6. Myths/legends

Each media text uses a different narrative structure. Long films or movies have the liberty to stretch out their plot, while a poem or short story must condense all events to fit them into the text.

Any story begins with a prologue, or exposition, where the setting and characters are introduced. Next, the epitasis begins, beginning with introduction of the conflict and rising action which ultimately lead to the climax. Finally, the conclusion begins with the falling action and resolution, where the tone and moral are revealed.