Seeing in the Dark through a Green Lens: An Ecocritique of Contemporary Philippine Speculative Fiction
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ecocriticism, contemporary philippine literature, environmental education, anthropocene, environmental awarenessAbstract
The world today faces significant environmental challenges, defining the Anthropocene era, where human activities have a profound impact on Earth's climate and ecosystems. In response to the need for greater environmental sensitivity and awareness, this study examines four speculative narratives by contemporary Filipina authors. Through an ecocritical analysis of Age of Blight and The Drone Outside by Kristine Ong-Muslim, Naermyth by Karen Francisco, and Wounded Little Gods by Eliza Victoria, this study unearths ecocritical themes using Greg Garrard's Ecocriticism framework and a multiscalar approach. By analyzing intrinsic elements such as plots, characters, settings, and symbols, the study reveals overarching ecocritical patterns emerging from the data.
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