Jan 1, 2010

Breathing Lessons | Style

Point of View
Breathing Lessons utilizes a third-person omniscient narrative, with the middle section told from Ira's point of view. The first and last sections are Maggie's interpretations of events The two viewpoints allow both character to provide their perspective on their lives and long marriage.

Comedy of Manners
Works that are considered "comedy of manners" are witty and cerebral. In such works, the characters struggle to uphold appearances and social standards. The plot normally revolves around a sexual affair, or another sort of scandal....