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What is characteristic of Wolfe's narrative style?

  • Reliable narrators

  • Unreliable narrators

  • Linear plot

  • First-person omnipresence

Answer

Wolfe's narrative style is characterized by the use of unreliable narrators, which adds a layer of complexity and ambiguity to his stories. This technique allows readers to question the veracity of the events being presented and encourages them to form their own interpretations, rather than passively accepting the narrator's perspective.
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