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Examples of Narration: 3 Main Types in Literature
Whenever we read a novel, short story, poem, or academic essay, we're looking at a form of narration. The art of storytelling (or academic writing) takes a lot of consideration. Choosing a topic isn't enough. We must also choose how to convey the topic to the reader. In a moment, we'll work through three types of narration: first person, second person, and third person. Each serves its own purpose.
Sherlock Holmes as examples of narration
But, before we enjoy some examples of narration, it's important to distinguish between a narrative and narration. The two terms are often interchanged, but they don't mean exactly the same thing. A narrative is a story. It recounts a series of events that have taken place. We see this a lot in narrative essays. These essays are telling a story in order to drive a point home.
Narration, however, is the act of telling a story. Narration is like the voiceover. Consider your favorite documentary. If you're a nature buff, you'll come to love the way David Attenborough narrates his films. We see this in major motion picture too. Fight Club and Forrest Gump are great examples of movies with narration. With that in mind, let's discuss the various forms of narration and enjoy a few samples.
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Types of Narration
As a writer, you can choose to tell a story any way you'd like. This is known as point of view. There are three popular forms:
First Person - In this point of view, a character (typically the protagonist, but not always) is telling the story. You'll notice a lot of "I" and "me" or "we" in first person narrations.
Second Person - In this point of view, the author uses a narrator to speak to the reader. You'll notice a lot of "you," "your," and "yours" in second person narration.
Third Person - In this point of view, an external narrator is telling the story. You'll notice a lot of "he," "she," "it," or "they" in this form of narration.
Choosing how to tell your story is almost as important as the story itself. Do you want to write from the perspective of a single character, like the protagonist? If so, you'll probably use a lot of "I," "me," and "mine." Or, do you want to take on a more omniscient tone as a third-party observer who is detached from the action? Let's enjoy a few samples of each form and see which one stands out the most to you.
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1 direct 2nd indirect narration
