Ecocritical Perspectives in Amitav Ghosh'sLiterary Works: A Review
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This review paper examines the eco-critical concerns embedded in Amitav Ghosh’s novels, focusing on his engagement with environmental degradation, colonial exploitation, and the broader climate crisis. Through an analysis of The Hungry Tide, The Ibis Trilogy, and Gun Island, this paper discusses Ghosh’s ability to intertwine ecological narratives with cultural and historical contexts, challenging anthropocentric worldviews. Amitav Ghosh’s novels are evaluated as significant contributions to contemporary ecocritical literature, offering insights into the relationship between human and non-human worlds and the urgent need to address ecological crises.
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