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Omniscient Point of View

Definition

Omniscient point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator knows and reveals the thoughts, feelings, and actions of all characters in the story. It provides an all-knowing vantage point that allows readers to gain insight into multiple characters' perspectives.

Related terms

Unreliable Narrator: A narrator whose credibility or truthfulness is questionable due to their limited knowledge, personal bias, or deliberate deception.

First-Person Limited: A narrative perspective where the story is told from the viewpoint of one character who has limited knowledge about other characters' thoughts and experiences.

Third-Person Objective: A narrative perspective where the narrator presents only external actions and dialogue without revealing any character's thoughts or feelings.

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  • AP English Literature - 1.4 Understanding and interpreting a narrator’s perspective

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