Annie John | Style
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The first person ("I") retrospective narrative is constructed with episodes. The prime person in Annie John is, of course, Annie. Therefore, the Antigua shown the reader is that which is filtered through Annie. There are eight episodes highlighted in the chapter headings. During each episode, more information is given about Annie. The timeline jumps, but there is a steady progression from Annie as a young girl to her departure from home as a young woman.
This narrative, however, is ironic because an adult Annie establishes the reality of the story...
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