Ecoliterature And Ecopoetry Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is the primary view of the current environmental crisis?
A cultural crisis
The environmental crisis is fundamentally linked to cultural alienation from nature.
What causes the alienation of western man from his natural environment?
Judeo-Christian traditions
These traditions contribute to a disconnection from nature.
What is the ‘First Law of Ecology’?
Everything is connected to everything else
This law emphasizes the interdependence of all life on Earth.
What is a major example of the consequences of man’s actions on nature?
Climate Change
Climate change affects every species and alters living conditions globally.
What belief persists among humans despite visible environmental consequences?
Domination of nature
Many still believe in technology as a solution to the crisis.
What cultural change is suggested to address the environmental crisis?
A change of man’s lifestyle
This change aims to reconnect humans with nature.
Who is suggested to help reverse man’s alienation from nature?
Writers and poets
They can use the power of words to promote environmental awareness.
What power do words hold according to the text?
The power to change the world
Historical examples illustrate the impact of powerful phrases.
What should be deliberately used to reconnect man to his natural surroundings?
The power of words
Words can facilitate a cultural reorientation towards nature.
What is the focus of Ecoliterature and Ecopoetry?
To reconnect man to his natural environment
They aim to initiate a change of thinking regarding nature.
What might successful Ecopoetry include?
Elements that reflect a connection to nature
Examples can be drawn from specific poems that embody Ecopoetry.
Fill in the blank: The belief in better and cleaner technology is _______.
unshaken
This indicates a reluctance to change despite environmental degradation.
