The Browser: A New Medium for Storytelling
2025-01-11
This article explores the potential of the browser as a novel medium for adapting stories. Using J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings as an example, it highlights how different mediums shape storytelling. The author argues that the browser, with its versatile tools (text, images, video, sound, interactivity), offers richer, more dynamic, and personalized narrative experiences. A prototype interactive adaptation of Lord of the Rings is showcased, demonstrating how browser technology enhances reader immersion and engagement through features like maps, character sheets, and sound design, creating a compelling user experience.