Character FIRST: Defining and Methodizing Character Depth

Authors

Jeff Mason, Lawrence UniversityFollow

Keywords

Character depth, Campbell, characterization, depth, story, derivatives, mathematics

Abstract

This paper explores the definition of "depth" in characters and provides a radical new definition, supplemented by an applicable model. By looking into significant literary theory, contemporary works of story, and even elements of mathematics, this paper advances our understanding of characters and how they create meaning in stories.

Issue and Volume

15.2

BYU ScholarsArchive Citation

Mason, Jeff (2022) "Character FIRST: Defining and Methodizing Character Depth," Criterion: A Journal of Literary Criticism: Vol. 15: Iss. 2, Article 6.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/criterion/vol15/iss2/6