What distinguishes ecocriticism from postmodernism?
Ecocriticism rejects the idea that everything is socially or linguistically constructed
What does "Pastoral" mean?
Literary works that idealize rural life and nature, sometimes criticized by ecocritics for being overly romanticized
What does ecocriticism stand apart from in literary theory?
It focuses on the entire ecosphere, not just writers, texts, and the world
What does "Biocentrism" mean?
A viewpoint that values all living things, not just humans
What is the “first law of ecology” mentioned in the chapter?
Everything is connected to everything else
What is the primary focus of ecocriticism?
The relationship between literature and the physical environment.
Who defines ecocriticism as “the study of the relationship between literature and the physical environment”?
Cheryll Glotfelty
What does "Nature Writing" mean?
A genre of literature that focuses on the natural world, often with ecological or philosophical reflection
How does ecocriticism differ from formalism?
It connects texts to the real world, whereas formalism separates them.
What does "Anthropocentrism" mean?
A human-centered viewpoint that places humans above the natural world.
What is the purpose of analyzing literature through ecocriticism?
To effect change by understanding the function of the natural environment in texts
What does "Green Reading" mean?
Interpreting texts with an emphasis on ecological themes or environmental impact
What does it mean "Ecosphere"?
The global ecosystem, including all living beings and their physical environment.
What does "Environmentalism" mean?
A social and political movement aimed at protecting the natural world from human harm
Who was the first person to use the term "Ecocriticism"?
William Rubckert
What does ecocriticism attempt to examine beyond writers and texts?
The entire ecospher