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How has point of view been used in the story 'The Sniper'?
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John Leigh How has point of view been used in the story 'The Sniper'? Point of view has been used to great strength in the story of the sniper. From the moment the story begins it is used to draw us deep in. The introduction systematically sets the scene for us. The first bit of information we are given about the sniper is an external representation of him, 'his face was the face of a student - thin and ascetic, but his eyes had the cold gleam of a fanatic.' From this external point of view, we can learn a great deal about him, 'the face of a student' suggests he is young and in some ways, perhaps innocent to the art of warfare. He is still learning. However, this is quickly contrasted when we are told he has the 'eyes of a man who is used to looking at death'. Now...
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