Dec 22, 2009

The Japanese Quince | Style

Omniscient Narrator
An third-person omniscient narrator relates the events of the story. Galsworthy's choice in narrative technique is an important feature of "The Japanese Quince'' and contributes to the ultimate meaning of the story. Permitted access to unspoken thoughts, an omniscient narrative traces the workings of Mr. Nilson's mind as he moves through his morning. Although Mr. Nilson says nothing out loud, readers are privy to his health concerns and his uneasiness around Mr. Tandram. Likewise, readers are aware that he is doing his best to appreciate the morning,...