The Hidden Psychology of Unreliable Narrators

Описание: Discover the fascinating psychology behind unreliable narrators and master the art of detecting deception in storytelling. I break down the secret techniques authors use to manipulate readers' perceptions and reveal how understanding these methods can sharpen your critical thinking skills.

Learn how to:
Identify different types of unreliable narrators
Spot subtle signs of narrative deception
Apply these insights to real-world critical thinking
Understand the psychology of truth and perception

Part of the Outlier Thinking series on mental models and decision-making frameworks.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction: The Art of Deception
2:51 Types of Narrative Deception
7:09 The Investigation: Spotting the Signs
11:03 Breaking the Case: The Author's Toolbox
15:09 Verdict: The Power of Unreliability

Sources & Citations:
Journal of Psychology (2022). Patterns of Narrative Unreliability
National Centre for Writing (2023). Reader Engagement Studies
Chuck Palahniuk Interview, The Paris Review (2020)
Cognitive Science Quarterly (2023). Reader Response Analysis
Journal of Narrative Theory (2022). Modern Fiction Studies
Literary Analysis Review (2021). Fight Club Analysis
Cognitive Studies in Literature (2024). Narrator Reliability Research
Journal of Psychology (2022). Memory Reconstruction Studies