Lõppluguja

Lõppluguja is an Estonian term that translates to "final narrator" or "end storyteller." It refers to the person or entity responsible for providing the concluding part of a narrative. This role is distinct from the main narrator, who guides the story from its beginning or middle. The lõppluguja often appears at the end of a work to offer a resolution, a final thought, or a concluding perspective that wraps up the story's themes and events.

In some literary traditions, the lõppluguja might be a character within the story who steps out of their role to address the reader directly. In other instances, it could be an authorial voice or an anonymous entity that serves to provide closure. The function of the lõppluguja can vary; it might summarize events, offer a moral lesson, hint at future possibilities, or even question the nature of storytelling itself. The effectiveness of a lõppluguja often depends on how well it complements the preceding narrative and provides a satisfying end for the audience. The term is not widely used in English literary criticism but captures a specific narrative device found in various cultures.