📝 Omniscient narrator
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The omniscient narrator knows everything that happens, as well as the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
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They act as an overarching authority, often commenting and evaluating the events and providing previews of past and future occurrences.
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Text example:
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"He did not yet suspect that this cool morning air marked the beginning of an unforgettable day. If he had known what was coming, he would have hesitated to leave the house."
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Analysis of effect:
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- Omniscience: The narrator offers background information and overview that is often inaccessible to the characters.
- Reader guidance: Often, hints, comments, and evaluations are inserted that affect the reading experience.
- Variety: Readers know more than just one character; they gain insights into different characters and connections. This can make the plot appear more complex and multi-layered.
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