Narrator's bias refers to when the narrator's personal opinions or prejudices influence how they present events or characters in a story. This can affect the reader's understanding and interpretation of the narrative.
Unreliable narrator: An unreliable narrator is one whose credibility or trustworthiness is questionable, either due to intentional deception or personal limitations.
Point of view: Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told. It can greatly influence the reader's understanding and connection with the characters and events.
Subjectivity: Subjectivity refers to personal opinions, feelings, or biases that may affect an individual's perception or interpretation of something. In literature, subjectivity can be seen through the lens of characters or narrators.
AP English Literature - 9.3 Narrative inconsistencies and contrasting perspectives
How can intentional narrative inconsistencies reflect the narrator's bias?
What can readers analyze to determine a narrator's bias?
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