Narrative Theory 

Roland Barthes narrative theory claims that a narrative can be broken down into five codes or sets of rules. 

• Action code: Applies to any action that implies a further narrative action.
• Cultural code: An element in the narrative that is dependent on peoples knowledge of how the world works.
• Enigma code: Refers to any element in a story that is not explained and therefore exists as an enigma
• Semantic code: An element in a text that suggests an additional meaning by connotations.
• Symbolic code: Similar to semantic codes, but cover a wider level where new meanings arise.