The Summer of the Swans
What is the setting of The Summer of the Swans by Betsy Byars?
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The setting of The Summer of the Swans is summertime in a small West Virginia community sometime in the early seventies. Summertime is supposed to be a time of freedom and fun for most children. However, for Sara, this summer is boring and rife with responsibilities she does not want.
The Summer of the Swans