Narration and Point of View

Flashcards covering key concepts related to narration and point of view in literature.

Narrator

The entity telling the story, mediating the story's events.

Voice

The tone and style that the author uses for their narrator.

Focus

The angle of view or vision that directs readers' attention in a narrative.

Focalizing

The perspective from which the story is told, centered around a specific character.

Point of View

The position of the narrator in the story, influencing access to the narrative.

Third Person Limited

A narrative viewpoint that provides perspective on one character's thoughts and experiences.

Third Person Omniscient

A narrative viewpoint that knows all characters' thoughts and experiences.

First Person

A narrative viewpoint where a character tells the story, potentially addressing an audience.

Reliable Narrator

A narrator whose credibility is upheld, providing accurate perspectives.

Unreliable Narrator

A narrator whose credibility is compromised, leading to an uncertain viewpoint.

Collective Narrator

A narrative voice that employs 'we', representing a shared perspective.

Second Person

A narrative style that addresses the reader directly using 'you'.

Implied Author

The inferred perspective and values governing a work, distinct from the actual author.