Culture Sustainability through Storytelling: A Study of Patricia Riley’s “Wisteria” and “Damping Down the Road”

Authors

  • Ankita Das Assistant Professor, School of Management, Bennett University, Greater Noida, India
  • Priyanka Chhaparia Faculty Bricoleur, Indian School of Development Management, Noida, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14456/jucr.2023.23

Keywords:

Sustainable Development; Storytelling; Culture; Native American

Abstract

In the late 1980s, the United Nations introduced a comprehensive vision of sustainable development, encompassing economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental balance. However, the crucial role of culture within development has very often been overlooked. Contemporary insights emphasize that culture is integral to sustainable development. This paper, through an analysis of two short stories by Native American author Patricia Riley, sheds light on the significance of storytelling as a fundamental element of culture. It explores how these narratives emphasize the need to cultivate a culturally aware society and how ‘storytelling’ contributes to cultural preservation and identity. Focusing specifically on the Native American worldview, the article underlines the significance of storytelling as a dynamic tool that bridges cultural traditions with sustainable development, promoting cultural resilience, community well-being, and fostering awareness.

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Published

2023-12-21

How to Cite

Das, Ankita, and Priyanka Chhaparia. 2023. “Culture Sustainability through Storytelling: A Study of Patricia Riley’s “Wisteria” and ‘Damping Down the Road’”. Journal of Urban Culture Research 27 (December):64-74. https://doi.org/10.14456/jucr.2023.23.

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Vol. 27: Vol. 27: July-December 2023

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