Explanation
A transgression or compression between normally distinct narrative, temporal, or figurative levels. It makes the boundary of a represented world perceptible by allowing one level to intrude into another.
Example
The concept becomes visible in use and can be followed as a movement of interpretation.
Counterexample
Metalepsis crosses levels; an ordinary embedded narrative merely places one level inside another.
Distinction
Metalepsis crosses levels; an ordinary embedded narrative merely places one level inside another.
Effect on thought and perception
It makes the boundary of a represented world perceptible by allowing one level to intrude into another.
Resonance
It makes the boundary of a represented world perceptible by allowing one level to intrude into another.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Metalepsis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-NAR-0002. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-NAR-0002The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.