o A Worn Path is written is 3rd person limited, which allows the reader to focus in on the thoughts and emotions and commiserate with Phoenix Jackson
o However, this form in which it is written also broadens the scope of which the reader sees Phoenix in his or her eyes since the reader is also able to perceive the manner in which other characters she sees along the road view her
o POV is extremely important to the story as it contrasts the warm & affectionate Phoenix, wishing simply to visit her grandson out of love to the narrow-minded & disparaging characters that in a fashion mock her by calling her “Granny”
o However, this form in which it is written also broadens the scope of which the reader sees Phoenix in his or her eyes since the reader is also able to perceive the manner in which other characters she sees along the road view her
o POV is extremely important to the story as it contrasts the warm & affectionate Phoenix, wishing simply to visit her grandson out of love to the narrow-minded & disparaging characters that in a fashion mock her by calling her “Granny”