The Return of the Omniscient Narrator

The book explores the resurgence of the omniscient narrator in modern British and American fiction, challenging the perception of it as an outdated narrative technique. It examines how this revival reflects contemporary concerns over the novel's cultural authority amidst the rise of digital media. By identifying innovative forms of omniscient narration, the author highlights their experimental nature, distinguishing them from mere nostalgia or parody of traditional styles, and situating them within the evolution of narrative voice in postmodern literature.