I am looking for 4 kinds of narration in a short story.
Are these what you're looking for?
Examples of
~~first-person narrator
http://www.answers.com/topic/first-person-narrative
~~third-person omniscient narrator
http://www.answers.com/topic/third-person-limited-omniscient-1
~~third-person limited narrator
http://www.answers.com/topic/third-person-limited-narrative
I don't know of a fourth. Perhaps another tutor does.
Thanks! I think the 4th is dramatic.
You're welcome!
To identify the four kinds of narration in a short story, you need to analyze the perspective or point of view from which the story is being told. Here are the four main types of narrative perspectives you might encounter:
1. First-person narration: In this type of narration, the story is told from the perspective of one of the characters, usually using the pronoun "I." The events are described from the character's personal experiences and thoughts. To identify first-person narration, look for personal pronouns like "I," "my," or "we" in the story.
2. Second-person narration: This narrative perspective addresses the reader directly, using pronouns like "you" and "your." However, the use of second-person narration is quite rare in fiction and is typically found in instructional or self-help texts.
3. Third-person limited narration: In this type of narration, the story is told from an outside perspective, usually focusing on the thoughts and experiences of one character. The narrative uses pronouns like "he," "she," or character names. The narrator is privy to the thoughts, feelings, and observations of the selected character but is limited to their perspective.
4. Third-person omniscient narration: Here, the narrator has access to the thoughts, feelings, and observations of multiple characters. The story is told from a broader perspective, where the narrator knows everything about the characters and events. The pronouns used are "he," "she," or character names. This type of narration provides a more objective view of the story.
To identify these narrations, examine the pronouns used, the level of access to characters' thoughts, and the narrator's perspective on events. Keep in mind that sometimes a single story may incorporate multiple narrative perspectives, offering different angles and insights into the events.
By paying attention to these aspects, you should be able to identify the different kinds of narration employed in a short story.