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The Craft of Fiction

By Percy Lubbock
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An extended critical essay contends that reading typically leaves behind vivid characters and scenes rather than a stable perception of a novel's overall form, which complicates precise criticism. It examines how memory, selection, and immersion shape the reader's impressions, and contrasts the life-like effects of character and incident with the larger artistic structure the author creates. The writer urges a more detached mode of reading to reconstruct compositional elements such as order, perspective, and narrative technique, and analyzes how those formal choices determine the novel's unified effect.

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Percy Lubbock

Percy Lubbock was an English author and critic known for his contributions to literary criticism and education. He is particularly recognized for his work "The Craft of Fiction," which explores the techniques and artistry involved in narrative writing. Lubbock also compiled and arranged educational texts, such as "A Book of English Prose / Part II, Arranged for Secondary and High Schools," aimed at enhancing students' understanding of English literature. His writings often reflect a deep appreciation for the craft of storytelling and the nuances of prose, making him a notable figure in early 20th-century literary circles.

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