Bakhtin's concept of the 'dialogic' novel means

Ever felt like a novel is just one person's story?

Imagine you're reading a novel where only one character's thoughts are shown. It feels flat, right?

Bakhtin's 'dialogic' concept means novels should have multiple voices and perspectives, not just one.

Example

Instead of hearing only Jane's thoughts, you'd hear Jane, John, and Mary talking and thinking.

Remember this

A 'dialogic' novel offers a richer, more complex view of the world.

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