The specific self of the authorial narrator in letopiset of the country of Moldova

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Authors: Ludmila Usatii
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Abstract

The narrator self reflects the social, political and cultural context in which the chronicles were written. By analyzing it, we can better understand how events contemporary to the chronicler influenced the perspective and tone of the narrative. For example, chronicles written during a period of crisis or under threat from a foreign power may have a more pessimistic or combative tone. In contrast, chronicles written during periods of stability may reflect a more balanced and analytical approach. Studying the narrator's self in chronicle texts is crucial to deciphering the complexity of these works, which lie at the intersection of history, literature, and morality. This allows us to see how the personal perceptions and experiences of the chroniclers shaped the way historical events were recorded and transmitted, thus influencing the way these events are understood and interpreted to this day.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Narrative Theory and Analysis Historical Literary and Cultural Studies Medieval Literature and History

Publication details

Journal / source
Studia Universitatis Moldaviae Seria Ştiinţe Umanistice
Issue
10(220)
Pages
162–167
Publication date
1 January 2026