Explanation
The duration and temporal order of the events recounted by a narrative. It distinguishes time in the represented world from the time narration takes to present it.
Example
The novel spans three generations although reading it takes only hours.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Story time” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Do not confuse it with discourse time, which concerns the duration and arrangement of narration.
Effect on thought and perception
It distinguishes time in the represented world from the time narration takes to present it.
Resonance
In the atlas, Story time closes 1 previously unresolved reference line(s) and opens controlled paths of thought.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
ATLAS 241 residual-case triage → profile candidate 241-A → source and neighbourhood cross-check → ATLAS 242
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Story time“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-242-019. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-242-019The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.