Explanation
The organisation of narrative information through a particular centre of perception or knowledge. It separates who perceives from who speaks and limits the world to an situated access point.
Example
The concept becomes visible in use and can be followed as a movement of interpretation.
Counterexample
Focalization concerns access to perception and knowledge; narration concerns the telling voice.
Distinction
Focalization concerns access to perception and knowledge; narration concerns the telling voice.
Effect on thought and perception
It separates who perceives from who speaks and limits the world to an situated access point.
Resonance
It separates who perceives from who speaks and limits the world to an situated access point.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Focalization“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-NAR-W0196. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-NAR-W0196The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.