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Narrative Positioning

Teresa BarberioTeresa Barberio

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The Narrative Positioning mind map template, designed for writers, literary analysts, and narratology students, breaks down the complex dynamics of storytelling into 19 structured nodes across three core branches: Three levels, Narrator, and Speaker' roles. It explores how narrators position themselves relative to characters and audiences, covering concepts like 'Moral position and identity claim' and 'Negotiation'. The template also examines 'Different types of narration' and the distinction between 'Narrative clauses' and 'Free clauses'. This cheat sheet provides a clear framework for analyzing narrative voice and perspective in any text.

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When to use this template

Literature students and professors

Analyzing the narrative voice in a novel for a literature class

Academic researchers and writers

Structuring a paper on narrative theory and point of view

Creative writing instructors and workshop facilitators

Teaching a workshop on storytelling techniques for creative writers

How to use this template

Step 1

Open and Review Core Structure

Download the .xmind file and open it to explore the three main branches covering levels, narrators, and speaker roles.

Step 2

Analyze Nodes and Detailed Concepts

Click on specific nodes like Moral Position or Narrative Clauses to read descriptions and expand sub-nodes for deeper literary analysis.

Step 3

Customize and Export Your Map

Personalize the template with your own text examples before exporting the final analysis as a PDF or image for sharing.

Frequently asked questions

The template includes 19 nodes covering three main areas: Three levels (narrator positioning), Narrator (types of narration and clauses), and Speaker' roles (social dynamics). Key concepts like 'Moral position and identity claim' and 'Narrative clauses' are detailed.

Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then explore each branch to map out the narrative structure of a story. Use the 'Three levels' section to analyze the narrator's stance, and the 'Narrator' branch to identify clause types and narration styles.

Yes, the template is fully editable in Xmind. You can add your own examples, rename nodes, or expand branches to fit your specific text or research.

Focus on the 'Speakers as social being' node and the 'Accident' sub-branch, which illustrates the 'I against the other' dynamic. This helps clarify how speakers position themselves in dialogue.

Absolutely. The template provides a ready-made framework for lectures or student exercises. Use the 'Different types of narration' node to discuss first-person vs. third-person perspectives.

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