When we study texts, character analysis is a key component. Characterization - the way in which characters are described in a text - creates an image of the character for the reader. Join Australian authors Amra Pajalic, Angela Savage, Gabrielle Wang and Tony Wilson as they talk about the techniques of characterization, narrative point of view and character function.

Originally released by Video Education Australasia, 2016. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on January 19, 2017.

Character Analysis: Overview --(0:57) -- Techniques of Characterization -- (5:34) -- Narrative Point of View -- (2:18) -- Character Function -- (6:18) -- Credits: Character Analysis: The Writers' Workshop -- (0:05).