Exploring the use of time in Galloway's ‘The Cellist of Sarajevo’
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I can analyse how Galloway uses time and use that as inspiration for the structure of my own narrative.
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You can experiment with time to create an interesting structure to your narrative.
The use of flashback is powerful in 'The Cellist of Sarajevo' to help the reader connect to the character.
The use of flashforward adds a sense of inevitability and a poignant tone to writing.
Flashbacks are powerful when they contrast to the present moment in some way.
Using certain phrases before your time shifts can help to create seamless transitions.
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