The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

by Sherman Alexie

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian: Setting 1 key example

Definition of Setting

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Setting
Explanation and Analysis:

The novel is set on and around the Spokane Indian Reservation near Spokane, Washington. Although the novel is semi-autobiographical, Alexie sets it during the early 2000s instead of in the early 1980s, when he would have been Junior's age. This choice of time frame both helps more contemporary readers connect with Junior and also suggests that many of the social issues from Alexie's childhood have endured all this time.