Emotion

Definition

Emotion refers to strong feelings experienced by characters in literature, which can evoke empathy from readers and add depth to their experiences.

Related terms

Mood: The atmosphere created by the author's choice of words, setting, tone, etc., which influences readers' emotional response.

Tone: The author's attitude towards their subject matter conveyed through their writing style and word choice.

Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, often experienced by readers towards characters in literature.