It has always seemed to me, in the few novels that I read about when, that they demand a lot from readers those authors who begin their stories furiously, in the middle of things, instead of entering, backing you or sbieco, gently.
In "The Floating Opera," John Barth reflects on the demands placed on readers by authors who start their narratives abruptly in the midst of action. He suggests that such openings can be challenging, requiring readers to quickly catch up with the story and its context. This contrasts with more gentle introductions, which allow readers to ease into the plot and characters.
Barth's observation highlights the importance of narrative style and pacing...
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