Detachment
Definition
Detachment refers to an emotional distance or lack of personal involvement between characters or narrator and events in a literary work. It allows for objective observation and analysis.
Analogy
Think of detachment as watching a movie from outside the screen. You can see everything happening but don't feel emotionally connected to the characters. This perspective helps analyze situations objectively.
Related terms
Point of View: The perspective from which a story is told, influencing how detached or involved the narrator is.
Irony: A contrast between what is expected and what actually happens, often creating detachment from expectations.
Satire: Using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize society or individuals, requiring detachment for effective social commentary.
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