Contemporary Contemplations on Ecoliterature

DETAILS : 

• Author : Suresh Frederick
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Author Press
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 27 December 2012
  
• Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 280 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8172736428
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9788172736422
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 500 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Contemporary Contemplations on Ecoliterature, edited by Dr. Suresh Frederick, is a profound academic collection that explores the relationship between literature and the physical environment. In an era of climate crisis, this book examines how various literary texts—ranging from poetry to fiction—reflect, critique, and reimagine our connection to the natural world. It moves beyond simple "nature writing" to analyze deep-seated ecological concerns such as environmental justice, species extinction, and the "Anthropocene," providing a diverse set of perspectives on how words can inspire ecological action.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Suresh Frederick is a distinguished academician and an Associate Professor of English at Bishop Heber College, Tamil Nadu. He is a prominent voice in the field of Ecocriticism in India, having authored and edited numerous books that bridge the gap between humanities and environmental science. His work is recognized for its commitment to "Green Studies," and he frequently highlights how post-colonial and regional literatures offer unique, non-Western insights into environmental sustainability and ethics.