Healing through Nature: Ecofeminism in Anuradha Roy’s ‘The Folded Earth’
Author : Pathan Rubeena Parveen Vazeer Khan and Dr. Shaikh Kalimoddin Rashid
Abstract :
The present research paper attempts to define the connection between woman and nature through Anuradha Roy’s second novel ‘The Folded Earth.’ It highlights the tension between urban and rural existence, as well as the clash between traditional provincial life and the forces of modernity in contemporary India. Further, it discusses the struggles of Maya, a young widow seeking refuge from personal trauma amidst the pristine, yet slowly degrading, landscape of Ranikhet. This paper offers a vivid and refreshing portrayal of natural beauty, interwoven with the nuances of hill life, detailed landscapes, and the tranquil setting of Ranikhet. It further reflects Anuradha Roy’s technique to build a rich and intricate story that covers the key concepts such as love, grief, loneliness, and how the environment being harmed.
Keywords :
Nature, women, ecofeminism, patriarchy, environmental degradation, gender, oppression.
