One characteristic is authenticity. Since they are based on real events, they give a sense of real - world experience. For example, 'Into the Wild' by Jon Krakauer, which tells the true story of Christopher McCandless. Another is the emotional depth. Readers can often feel a strong connection to the real people in the story. Also, they can offer valuable lessons as they are about things that actually happened.
Authenticity. They often have a sense of authenticity that fictional stories might lack. For example, in a movie about a real historical event, the settings, costumes, and language used are based on real research.
Movies driven based on true story often have a sense of authenticity. They can make the audience feel closer to real events and people. For example, 'The Imitation Game' based on Alan Turing's story. It not only shows his great contributions but also the difficulties he faced at that time.
Well, in the best character - driven short stories, the characters are complex. They have multiple layers to their personalities, like in 'The Great Gatsby' (which can be considered in its short - story - like essence). Gatsby is not just a rich guy, he has his dreams, insecurities and a past that shapes his actions. Also, the characters' actions are often a result of their internal conflicts. For example, in 'A Streetcar Named Desire', Blanche's actions are driven by her past traumas and her struggle to fit into a new world.
One characteristic is authenticity. Since they are based on real events, they often have a sense of realness that fictional books may lack. For example, in a true crime book, the details of the crime and the investigation are real, which can be both fascinating and chilling.
In my opinion, 'Driven' isn't a true story. It might draw inspiration from real events but is likely embellished and fictionalized for a more engaging narrative.
These books are often unique in their subject matter. They focus on stories that are out of the ordinary, whether it's a solo hike through difficult terrain as in 'Wild' or the survival story of a prisoner of war in 'Unbroken'. They also have the ability to transport the reader to different times and places. In 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil', we are taken to the charming yet sometimes dark world of Savannah. Moreover, they can make the reader see the world from a different perspective. After reading 'In Cold Blood', one might view criminal investigations and the people involved in a whole new light.
One characteristic is the exploration of deep emotions. In books like 'The Notebook', you can feel the strong love between the characters. Another is the portrayal of relationships. For example, in 'Pride and Prejudice', the relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy evolves over time. Also, they often show the power of love in different situations, like in 'Me Before You' where love changes the perspectives of the characters.
Often, they are very relatable. Since they are based on real events, readers can find connections to their own lives or the world around them. For example, in 'The Diary of a Young Girl', Anne Frank's feelings of isolation and hope are things many people can understand on some level.
They are often very relatable. Since they are based on real events, readers can more easily put themselves in the shoes of the characters. For example, in 'The Glass Castle' by Jeannette Walls, the real - life struggles she and her family faced are things that many people can empathize with on some level.
One characteristic is authenticity. They offer real - life experiences and events, like in 'The Glass Castle' where Jeannette Walls shares her chaotic childhood truthfully. Another is the ability to educate. For example, books about historical events can teach us a lot about that time period.