Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Perspective refers to the point of view from which a story is told. It influences how information is presented and interpreted by readers since different perspectives offer unique insights into characters' thoughts, motivations, and experiences.
Related terms
First-person Perspective: The narrator is a character within the story, using "I" or "we" pronouns.
Third-person Limited Perspective: The narrator is an outsider who focuses on the thoughts and feelings of one character.
Third-person Omniscient Perspective: The narrator knows everything about all characters and events.