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Symbolic Setting

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A symbolic setting is a specific location in a literary work that represents or embodies abstract ideas, themes, or emotions.

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