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The book presents a paradigm shift in narrative theory, emphasizing narrative as a rhetorical action rather than a mere structure. James Phelan examines how storytellers use narrative resources strategically to achieve specific goals with their audiences. This approach impacts the understanding of key narrative elements, including the reliability of narration, character interactions, and the contexts in which stories are told, offering new insights into the mechanics and purposes of storytelling.