The Song of Achilles
by Madeline Miller

The Song of Achilles: Setting 1 key example

Definition of Setting

Setting is where and when a story or scene takes place. The where can be a real place like the city of New York, or it can be an imagined... read full definition
Setting is where and when a story or scene takes place. The where can be a real place like the city of New York, or... read full definition
Setting is where and when a story or scene takes place. The where can be a real place like the... read full definition
Setting
Explanation and Analysis:

The Song of Achilles is set broadly in Ancient Greece, within the framework of this civilization's mythos and divine pantheon. As such, ordinary locations take on epic, poetic meaning, used both to symbolize and embody interpersonal relationships.