Learning from literature

Development and Learning in Organizations

ISSN: 1477-7282

Article publication date: 1 January 2006

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(2006), "Learning from literature", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 20 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/dlo.2006.08120aaf.003

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited


Learning from literature

Learning from literature

West, CLTraining Journal, (UK), Jul 2005, Start page: 24, No of pages: 3

Purpose – points out that reading books of fiction offers opportunities for learning and self-development. Design/methodology/approach – discusses how reading novels can develop knowledge about the world, offer ways of understanding experiences that are likely never to be experienced personally, and offers new ways of thinking about things that have been experienced. Offers a list of books to read. Findings – underlines the value of novels for self-development. Originality/value – encourages reading for pleasure and for learning.Classification(s): Human Resource Management – Staff development; Premier Management; HRStyle: ViewpointISSN: 1465-6523

Keywords: Learning, Fiction, Self development

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