Even trashy bestsellers show people changing. When a fictional work fails to show change, when it merely indicates that human character is set, stony, unregenerable, then you are out of the field of the novel and into that of the fable or the allegory.
In Anthony Burgess's "A Clockwork Orange," the author emphasizes the importance of character development in novels, asserting that even popular, widely-read books portray transformation in individuals. He suggests that the ability to depict change in characters is a fundamental aspect of storytelling that engages readers and reflects the complexities of human nature.
Burgess argues that when stories neglect to show transformation, they fall outside the realm of traditional novels, venturing instead into the territory of fables or allegories, where characters are often static and their traits are exaggerated. This distinction highlights the significance of dynamic characters in literature, reinforcing the idea that human nature is capable of evolution and growth.
