Understanding Second Person Point of View in Literature

The video tutorial discusses the second person point of view in literature, characterized by pronouns like 'you' and 'yours'. It is rarely used in academic essays but can be effective in directions, self-dialogue, and creating urgency. Examples from Mark Twain and Ernest Hemingway illustrate its use. The tutorial concludes with a review and questions to reinforce learning.

Can you provide an example of a character speaking to themselves using second person point of view?

Why is second person point of view rarely used in academic essays?

What are some pronouns associated with the second person point of view?