Narrative vs. Discourse: Understanding the Difference

Narrative refers to the way in which a story is told, including the plot, characters, setting, and events. It's the story itself, including the sequence of events and their causal relationships.

Discourse, on the other hand, refers to the way in which language is used to communicate meaning. It includes not only the words that are spoken or written, but also the context in which they are used, the tone of voice, and the non-verbal cues that are used to convey meaning.

In short, narrative is the story being told, while discourse is the way in which the story is told.