Narrative Perspective/Narrator's Point of View

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What is narrative perspective?

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Narrative perspective refers to the viewpoint from which a story is told, influencing how the reader perceives the events and characters.

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What is 1st person point of view?

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In 1st person point of view, the narrator is a character in the story and uses 'I' or 'we' to tell the story, sharing their personal thoughts and feelings.

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What is 2nd person point of view?

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In 2nd person point of view, the narrator addresses the reader directly using 'you,' making the reader feel as if they are part of the story.

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What is 3rd person limited point of view?

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In 3rd person limited point of view, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character, providing a limited perspective.

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What is 3rd person omniscient point of view?

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In 3rd person omniscient point of view, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters, providing a comprehensive view of the story.

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Example of 1st person point of view.

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"I walked to the store, feeling excited about what I might find."

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Example of 2nd person point of view.

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"You step into the room, and a chill runs down your spine."

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Example of 3rd person limited point of view.

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"She looked out the window, wishing she could play in the snow."

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Example of 3rd person omniscient point of view.

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"Craig thought the old man's story was interesting, while Ben was indifferent to it."

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What is the effect of narrative perspective on a story?

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Narrative perspective shapes the reader's understanding of characters' motivations, emotions, and the overall plot.