Jia, Liu and Ahmed Mohsen, Hamoud Yahya and Gopal, Revathi and Hashim, Ruzy Suliza (2024) Nature and memory in Tan Twan Eng’s novels: an ecocultural perspective. World Journal of English Language, 14 (6). pp. 380-389. ISSN 1925-0703 E-ISSN 1925-0711
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Abstract
Eco-culturalism, as a literary approach, is a growing field that examines the interconnectedness of culture and the environment. It underscores the symbiotic relationship between humans and the natural world, emphasizing the profound impact of ecological concerns on cultural practices, values, and narratives. This literary approach seeks to address critical environmental issues through storytelling, infusing literature with ecological awareness and promoting sustainable practices. Analyzing eco-culturalism in Tan Twan Eng’s narrative, including The Gift of Rain, The Garden of Evening Mists and The House of Doors, this article offers profound insights into the dimensions through which eco-culturalism manifests in Tan’s novels, illuminating the symbiotic relationship between culture, ecology and memory. Tan Twan Eng’s novels are exquisite embroidery woven with intricate threads of culture, identity, and the natural world. From ecological values to ecological identity, and finally to ecological memories, these elements serve as both narrative tools and windows into the hearts and minds of his characters. Eco-culturalism is intricately woven into the narrative fabric, evolving across the three novels, further enriching Tan’s narrative, and proving the power of literature in connecting culture and nature. The combination of eco-value and sustainable practice illustrates the deep connection between culture, ecology, memory, and human prosperity, allowing readers to more deeply appreciate Malaysian cultural diversity, especially the valuable exploration of identity, belonging and meaning in a nature-centered multicultural society. arch for meaning in a nature-centered multicultural society.
| Item Type: | Article (Journal) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Eco-culturalism, Multiculturalism, Identity, Eco-Postcolonialism, Novels, Tan Twan Eng, Malaysia |
| Subjects: | P Language and Literature > PL Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): | Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of English Language & Literature |
| Depositing User: | DR HAMOUD YAHYA AHMED MOHSEN |
| Date Deposited: | 01 Aug 2024 09:50 |
| Last Modified: | 01 Aug 2024 11:21 |
| URI: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/113551 |
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