La literatura y la ciencia en los estudios universitarios

Since prehistoric times, humans have always told stories. In fact, the images discovered on the walls and ceilings of ancient caves, the frescoes in the pyramids, and the Romanesque capitals all formed narratives. Storytelling is as natural and instinctive to us as eating or sleeping. The ancestral origins of storytelling are undeniable, as its narrative tradition is as old as humanity itself. Oral storytelling exists across all cultures, with the roots of narrative tracing back to folklore and oral traditions. These stories served to commemorate the great deeds of heroes (legends), explain beliefs about the world (myths), teach morals and principles (fables and parables), or simply to entertain (folk tales and fairy tales). Among literary genres, short stories or brief narratives seem to be the most suitable option due to their potential to help students improve their skills more effectively. The short story, as a concise literary form, is essential for enhancing reading comprehension. We strongly advocate for the inclusion of literature in the classroom, regardless of the discipline, as we will demonstrate in the following pages.