Yes, for instance, some of the mass - produced thriller novels. They usually start with a big event like a kidnapping or a terrorist threat. Then the hero, who is often a tough - as - nails ex - military or police officer, goes on a hunt for the bad guys. The bad guys are always very one - dimensional and evil. And in the end, the hero saves the day. This kind of repetitive and predictable structure makes it straitjacket fiction. Also, some chick - lit novels where the main character is always a young, single woman in a big city dealing with career and relationship issues in a very typical way can be examples of straitjacket fiction.
In literature, 'The Diamond Age' by Neal Stephenson is an example of data fiction. It features a highly - detailed, data - influenced fictional world with nanotechnology and complex social structures. Also, 'Daemon' by Daniel Suarez presents a fictional world where a computer daemon uses real - world data to carry out a complex and far - reaching plan. The way data is integrated into the fictional plot makes these works examples of data fiction.
Some religious allegories can be seen as pious fiction. For instance, 'The Pilgrim's Progress' by John Bunyan. It is a fictional story that uses the journey of a character to represent the spiritual journey of a Christian. It is full of symbolic elements and moral teachings. It is not a literal account but a work of fiction that promotes pious beliefs and values within the Christian faith.
One example could be 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King. It is a long - running epic that tells the story of Roland Deschain's quest for the Dark Tower. It spans across different worlds and has a complex mythology. The series is made up of multiple books, and the story is filled with action, adventure, and many characters, all of which contribute to it being a long and epic story.
In 'Jane Eyre', Mrs. Fairfax could be considered in a way as a 'governess of fiction'. She is in charge of Thornfield Hall where much of the action takes place. She manages the household, which is an important part of the fictional world. Her presence and actions influence the story's progression and the interactions between characters like Jane and Mr. Rochester.
The Great Gatsby could also be considered in a way. It is set in a fictional world of the Jazz Age, but it thinly veils the social hierarchies, dreams, and disillusionments of the time. Fitzgerald was exploring real - world concepts like the pursuit of the American Dream and the hollowness of the upper class through this fictional story. There are many details in the novel that are clearly reflections of the broader society at that time.
One example is 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller. It echoes the ancient Greek epic, the 'Iliad'. The story focuses on the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus, which was only hinted at in the original ancient text but is fully explored here. Another is 'Ulysses' by James Joyce. It draws on Homer's 'Odyssey' and mirrors many of its themes and structures in a modern Dublin setting.
Sure. A characteristic example is the use of sparse but impactful description. In modern short fiction, authors don't waste words on excessive details. Instead, they use just enough to set the mood and context. Another is the exploration of diverse voices. Stories might be told from the perspective of an immigrant, a marginalized person, or someone dealing with mental health issues.
There's a classic novel where a young woman was put in a straitjacket as a form of punishment by her cruel family. She was seen as a troublemaker for speaking out against the family's secrets. Her struggle within the straitjacket symbolized her fight against the family's tyranny and the society's norms that allowed such treatment.
Sure. Virtual reality technology is kind of beyond fiction. Years ago, it was just a concept in science - fiction movies, but now it's a real - world technology that people can experience.
Sure. Cyberpunk is a sub - genre that often has themes like corporate control in a high - tech future. For example, in 'Neuromancer', the main character has to deal with powerful corporations in a world full of advanced technology. Another theme is dystopia, like in 'The Hunger Games' where a totalitarian government controls society.