What does Third person mean?

"Third person" in writing refers to the perspective from which a story is told. It's one of the most common narrative styles, and it's distinguished by the use of pronouns like he, she, it, they, and their to refer to characters.

Here's a breakdown:

* Third person objective: The narrator is like a fly on the wall, only reporting what they see and hear. They don't know any characters' thoughts or feelings.

* Example: *The woman walked down the street, her head bowed. She carried a heavy bag over her shoulder.*

* Third person limited: The narrator focuses on the thoughts and feelings of *one* character.

* Example: *He couldn't believe she had said that. He felt a pang of betrayal, mixed with a deep sense of loneliness.*

* Third person omniscient: The narrator knows everything about all the characters, including their thoughts, feelings, and motivations.

* Example: *She was angry, but he didn't realize the depth of her fury. He had no idea she was planning to leave him.*

In contrast:

* First person: The story is told by one of the characters, using "I" and "me."

* Second person: The story is told directly to the reader, using "you."

Why is third person used?

* Objectivity: It allows for a more detached and neutral perspective.

* Flexibility: It can easily shift between characters, giving a broader view of the story.

* Immersion: It can draw the reader into the story by giving a more intimate look at characters' minds.

The choice of third person perspective can greatly affect the tone and impact of your writing.