Third-Person Omniscient Narration

Definition

Third-person omniscient narration is when an external narrator knows the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of multiple characters. This perspective allows readers to see into the minds of different characters throughout the story.

Related terms

First-Person Narration:

In contrast to omniscient narration, first-person limits readers to one character's perspective.

Third-Person Limited Narration:

Similar to omniscient narration but with a narrower focus on only one character's thoughts and experiences.

Unreliable Narrator:

This term refers to a narrator whose credibility or trustworthiness is questionable due to bias, ignorance, or mental instability.