Routledge Like Letters in Running Water - Curriculum Mythopoetics

Like Letters in Running Water explores how fiction transforms educational theory and practice through powerful essays that blend curriculum theory, literary analysis, psychology, and feminist perspectives. Doll challenges the misconception that reading literature is mere entertainment rather than meaningful learning, arguing instead that fiction possesses profound teaching power by connecting readers with their inner alliances and deeper self-understanding. This Routledge academic text draws on prose, drama, poetry, myth, and fairytale to demonstrate how imaginative narratives yield transformative insights for educators and curriculum designers. By combining rigorous scholarly analysis with creative interpretation, the book bridges the gap between literary studies and pedagogical practice, offering educators fresh approaches to understanding how narratives shape learning experiences and student development.