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A dual narrative is a form of narrative that tells a story in two different perspectives, usually from two different people. A dual narrative is also an effective technique that can be used to tell the story of people (or one person) at two different points in time ( Postcards from No Man's Land , Great Expectations, Stone Cold ). It is used to show parallels or emphasise differences in the lifestyles or points-of-view of different places or time periods. [1]
An integral aspect of the dual narrative is how both aspects of the narrative interweave with one another to encompass the 'narrative progression' of a story. This progression entails more than just the development of the plot, but rather the characters, the author, the reader, and how each are in constant relay with one another. [2]