Rukaya, Rukaya (2024) THE ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE AND RESISTANCE AS REFLECTED IN THE NOVELLA "THE WORD FOR WORLD IS FOREST" BY URSULA K. LE GUIN (ECOCRITICISM APPROACH). Sarjana thesis, Universitas Khairun.
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Abstract
This research aim for analyze issues environment and resistance in the novella "the word for world is forest" by Ursula K. Le Guin is divided become three question :(1) How does the relationship between non�humans and nature as reflected in the novella? (2) How does forms human exploitation of nature and impact on the environment (3) How does Selver resistance to environmental exploitation is reflected in the novella. This research use method qualitative The data used in study form action of the character expressed in the text of the novel that became object study. Data used for identify connection man and natural as well as issues damage environment and resistance in the novella with use approach ecocriticism. This research reveals three results. The first, it shows a harmonious and deep relationship between the Athshe tribe and nature. The Athshe tribe respects nature and is connected through their belief in dreams, and lives side by side with nature in a balanced way. They utilize nature without destroying it, but instead maintain the balance of nature.The second, it highlights the issue of environmental damage that arises from humans' view of nature as a resource that can be exploited. Humans destroy nature by cutting down forests for personal interests without caring about the negative impacts, namely ecosystem damage and oppression. These actions are carried out with force and violence, without considering the rights of the Athshe tribe.The third, it finds out how the Athshe tribe fights to defend their nature using their culture and beliefs. Their dreams build courage and resistance strategies, led by the character Selver. This resistance begins with sabotage, the formation of organizations, and rebellion in the form of attacks. These efforts succeed in maintaining their identity and nature. So, this study shows that the importance of protecting nature and freedom in the context of the novella is a real example of the resistance needed to overcome the problem of environmental damage. Keywords:Ecocriticism, Environmental issue, Resistance, and Nature
| Item Type: | Thesis (Sarjana) |
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| Subjects: | P Language and Literature > PR English literature |
| Divisions: | Fakultas > Ilmu Budaya Sastra Inggris Fakultas > Ilmu Budaya Sastra Inggris Fakultas > Ilmu Budaya Sastra Inggris |
| Depositing User: | Rini R. THalib |
| Date Deposited: | 01 Nov 2024 04:30 |
| Last Modified: | 01 Nov 2024 04:30 |
| URI: | http://digilib.unkhair.ac.id/id/eprint/4132 |
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