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19.30: A Close Reading on Character: Agency vs. Choices

Writing Excuses

CHAPTER

Exploring Character Agency

This chapter examines the nuanced concepts of agency and choice in character development, contrasting characters with rich internal lives against those with limited external actions. Through personal anecdotes and a close reading of narratives involving constrained characters, the discussion emphasizes how even in oppressive circumstances, the depth of a character's motivations can shine through. The analysis connects these themes to broader storytelling, illustrating how true agency can emerge from nuanced choices amid dire situations.

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