What Makes World Stories?

07/17/09

Throughout the world stories have been told and retold for millennia. They act as vital threads that weave through the fabric of any culture. In any society they define the roots and significance of the peoples. World stories spread as the culture grows.

One of the great benefits of my travels throughout the world is the wellspring of world stories I have found in each country I have visited. And each time I visit another country I have the opportunity to learn a bit about it. In turn, that lends substantial meaning to the world stories I hear. In the process, I have discovered how world stories arise out of the cultures from which they are born. The more I experience a particular culture, the more I appreciate the value of their stories. I have visited countries in Europe, Central and South America, and Southeast Asia. I find myself amazed at both the differences and similarities of the various countries. More.

Some world stories are downright funny. Other world stories are filled with mystery. Many world stories are insightful. Often world stories are enigmatic. Generally world stories teach. All world stories entertain.

No matter what, all world stories maintain a deep bond with the fabric of their culture. The experiences of people are drawn in world stories. Storyteller.

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