ECOCRITICISM – INTERDISIPLINARY FIELD BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENT AND LITERATURE

Abstract

Ecocriticism is an interdisciplinary field that explores the dynamic relationship between literature and the environment. It examines how literary texts represent nature, ecological crises, and human interaction with the natural world. By bridging literary studies and environmental science, ecocriticism encourages readers to reconsider the ethical, cultural, and philosophical implications of environmental issues through artistic expression. This approach not only broadens the scope of literary analysis but also contributes to environmental awareness and sustainability discourses, emphasizing the role of literature as a transformative medium.