How have the changes in the last thirty years affected love? In the story Eleanor and Park, which takes place 30 years ago, the differences become apparent. The book takes place in Omaha, Nebraska in 1986 and follows Eleanor and Park in their exploration of love. Over the course of the book, it becomes clear that what it meant to be in love 30 years ago is much different than it is today. Although the story Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell explores unconventional themes and ideas it is not a love story because of how different daily life is now opposed to 30 years ago and naturally how love has transformed.
The music and the culture of 1986 are very different from what is going on today. In a recent interview with Rowell she