The Woman in the Dunes
What is the author's style in The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe?
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The story is told from a third-person point of view, with insight into the man’s thoughts and emotions. The emotions and thoughts of the other characters, especially those of the woman, are often shown through the focus of Junpei’s observations. For this reason, her emotions often seem limited and cause her to appear more obedient and servant-like, yet the reader never truly knows what occurs in her mind. This limited vantage point serves to characterize Junpei, who cannot comprehend much of what other people feel, and who has little curiosity for their thoughts and feelings.