The Influence of The Setting on the Character Development of the Central Characters in Kristin Hannah's the Nightingale

Authors

  • Danny Kristofer Mandagie Pakuan University

Keywords:

Character Development,, Central characters,, Women,, Place Setting,, Time Setting,, Social Setting

Abstract

The main topic in this research is the influence of the setting on the character development of the central characters in Kristin Hannah's “The Nightingale”. The research question pertains to how the setting of place, society, and time can influence the character development of the two central characters using a literary psychology approach. This research process encompasses the entire story, including intrinsic elements such as characters and characterizations, setting, and conflict, as well as extrinsic elements such as mental life level, personality dynamics, instincts as psychic energy, and concepts regarding women. The qualitative research is based on descriptive analysis methods and literature study techniques. The findings suggest that social, time, and place settings significantly shape a character's development. The central characters, Vianne and Isabelle, have contrasting personalities and undergo different changes and developments in their personalities by the story's conclusion

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27-08-2025

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Mandagie, D. K. (2025). The Influence of The Setting on the Character Development of the Central Characters in Kristin Hannah’s the Nightingale. Jurnal Lestari Sosial Budaya, 2(1), 13–18. Retrieved from https://jlsb-fisib.unpak.ac.id/index.php/JLSB/article/view/16

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