Advantage Quote by E. M. Forster
“A novelist can shift view-point if it comes off. ... Indeed, this power to expand and contract perception (of which the shifting view-point is a symptom), this right to intermittent knowledge - I find one of the great advantages of the novel-form ... this intermittence lends in the long run variety and colour to the experiences we receive.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Passage to India, 1924
Novels can shift perspectives, offering varied perception and enriching experience through narrative flexibility.
In simple terms: Stories change how we see the world.
Key Takeaway
Embrace diverse viewpoints.
Themes
literature
perspective
flexibility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- reading
- creative writing
- discussion groups
Key Concepts
narrative theory
cognitive empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does changing viewpoint affect your empathy?
- What novel has altered your perception?
A Different Perspective
Narrative shifts may confuse readers seeking consistency.
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