In a global landscape where disputed facts, splintered publics, and uncertain political discourse are in the headlines every day, a new book by Amir Jahangir, Narratology for Policymakers, makes a timely and challenging offer: narrative is not just ancillary to policymaking; it is essential.
Printed by Verses Kindler Publication, the book defies conventional policy models, which are heavy on law, institutions, and economics and light on the power of storytelling. Jahangir believes that stories form the basis of collective identity, legitimate authority, and mobilize societies in a way no statute or economic model could accomplish on its own.
The book situates narrative as a governing structure that is necessary to create trust, legitimacy, and resilience. Whether it is public health campaigns or foreign policy initiatives, Jahangir illustrates how stories influence perception and consequence. "If you want to understand why policies succeed or fail, follow the narrative," he writes.
What makes Narratology for Policymakers so compelling is the combination of theoretical richness with practical application. Based on case studies from national administrations, multilateral organizations, and crises around the world, Jahangir uncovers the anatomy of successful narrative strategy and the price of not learning from them.
Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum and Harvard Kennedy School alum Jahangir adds unmatched depth and experience. His working relationships with Harvard, Stanford, NDU Islamabad, and the World Economic Forum provide him with a distinctive perspective on how governments and institutions use (or misuse) narratives in real life.
The book also addresses the moral aspects of storytelling. How can policymakers craft stories to inspire without deceptively manipulating? How can they reconcile honesty with strategy in a world full of misinformation? Jahangir envisions a praxis-based approach, tools and methods for constructing stories that are honest, values-based, and adaptive.
In a time of political polarization, Narratology for Policymakers cannot be timelier. It is not merely an invitation to policymakers but a tool for scholars, communicators, and civic leaders to better understand the complex landscape of governance.
Amir Jahangir is saying something straightforward: narrative-less governance is soul-less governance. This book arms leaders with the ability to narrate so that policies are not only described but also resonate with the greater hopes of the people.
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