story-within-a-story

language: en

definitions

  1. noun
    A literary device where one or more narratives are embedded within a primary narrative, creating a frame structure to provide context, perspective, or depth.
    en: A literary device where one or more narratives are embedded within a primary narrative, creating a frame structure to provide context, perspective, or depth.

examples

  1. The story-within-a-story structure allows Shelley to explore themes of ambition, responsibility, and the consequences of playing god from multiple perspectives.

    The story-within-a-story structure allows Shelley to explore themes of ambition, responsibility, and the consequences of playing god from multiple perspectives.