The topical aspect refers to the subject matter or specific topic explored in a literary work. It focuses on what is being discussed or portrayed within the story.
Imagine the topical aspect as the lens through which readers view different aspects of society, culture, or human experiences depicted in literature.
Setting: The time, place, and social environment in which a story takes place.
Social Commentary: Critique or analysis of societal issues presented within a literary work.
Cultural Context: The social, historical, and cultural circumstances that shape a literary text.
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