Life of Pi is primarily told from the first-person point of view. The protagonist, Piscine Molitor Patel, commonly known as Pi, narrates his own story, sharing his personal experiences and thoughts as he survives a shipwreck and drifts across the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker.
This perspective allows readers to intimately connect with Pi’s emotional journey and the challenges he faces. The use of the first-person point of view immerses us in his fears, hopes, and existential reflections, making his incredible story of survival all the more poignant and relatable.
Additionally, the narrative structure blends elements of both a memoir and an adventure tale, enhancing the authenticity of Pi’s voice and providing a deeper understanding of his character and the themes of faith, storytelling, and the nature of reality that permeate the novel.