Here's a breakdown:
* Third person: The narrator uses pronouns like "he," "she," "it," and "they" to refer to the characters.
* Limited: The narrator's knowledge is restricted to one character's perspective. They can only see and hear what that character sees and hears.
Key characteristics of third person limited:
* Focus on a single character's experiences: The reader experiences the story primarily through the eyes of the chosen character.
* Limited understanding of other characters: The narrator only knows what the chosen character thinks and feels about other characters.
* Creates intimacy and depth: By focusing on one character, the reader gets a deeper understanding of their motivations, struggles, and inner world.
* Can create suspense and mystery: The reader is limited to the same information as the chosen character, which can create suspense as they try to piece together what's happening.
Example:
> "He watched her as she walked away, a small figure in the vastness of the field. Her hair, the color of autumn leaves, shimmered in the sunlight. He couldn't help but feel a pang of regret, a yearning for the life they could have had. But she was gone now, and he was left with only the echo of her laughter in his ears."
In this example, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of the "he" character, but not the "she" character. We only know what "he" observes and how he feels about her.
This point of view is a popular choice for writers as it allows for a more personal and intimate storytelling experience while still maintaining a degree of objectivity.