Divine Ecology: Exploring the Intersections of Religion and Ecocriticism in Life of Pi, Animal Dreams, and All Over Creation
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J. Jabeela Shirlin
A. Selvaraj
Abstract
This study examines how religion and ecocriticism coexist as seen in Yann Martel's "Life of Pi," Barbara Kingsolver's "Animal Dreams," and Ruth Ozeki's "All Over Creation." The research explores how these literary works negotiate the nexus of spirituality, environmental awareness, and human-nature connections. It is based on ecocritical and religious perspectives. This study clarifies the manner in which these books address the relationships between spiritual beliefs and ecological stewardship via a detailed examination of narrative strategies, character dynamics, and symbolic representations. The study uses a comparative approach to highlight the ways that the chosen books address environment and spirituality in ways that are similar and different. The examination shows how "Life of Pi" deftly blends themes of environmental resilience with religious themes, emphasising the interdependence of all living things via symbolism and metaphor. In a similar vein, "Animal Dreams" explores the spiritual aspects of environmental activism through the eyes of people who find comfort and meaning in their work to preserve nature. On the other hand, "All Over Creation" challenges conventional religious narratives and promotes a more all-encompassing method of environmental stewardship while addressing the complexity of human interaction in nature. This study adds to a better understanding of the connections between literature, religion, and environmental discourse by examining the manner in which these books deal with ecological and spiritual issues. In the end, it emphasises how storytelling has the power to change society by promoting ecological consciousness and moral responsibility.
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