Generic Conventions of a Memoir:
- First person retrospective narrative.
- Distinct authorial voice. (Bias)
- Historical context.
- Covers a defining period in the author’s life.
- Chronological order.
- Anecdotal.
- Temporal markers.
- Precise to indicate power of recall.
- Non-fiction – thus might not follow a traditional narrative structure.
- Reflective tone.
- Dialogue.
- Illustrations, photographs and maps.
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