Eco-Criticism and the Anthropocene: Literary Reflections from the Global South

Abstract

This study explores the intersection of eco-criticism and the Anthropocene through literary works originating from the Global South. It investigates how writers from diverse cultural and ecological contexts articulate environmental concerns, colonial histories, and socio-political inequalities exacerbated by global environmental crises. By foregrounding narratives that challenge dominant Western discourses on nature and climate change, these texts reveal unique perspectives on human-nature relationships, resilience, and resistance. The paper highlights the role of literature as a critical medium for understanding and responding to the Anthropocene, emphasizing the importance of decolonizing ecological thought and amplifying marginalized voices. Ultimately, this research contributes to broader eco-critical scholarship by demonstrating how Global South literatures enrich and complicate global conversations on sustainability, justice, and environmental ethics in the era of ecological transformation.