Eco-Feminist Perspective
Select Works of Kamala Das and Sugathakumari
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- Author
- Dr. Jishamole Alex
- Publisher
- Akhand Publishing House
- Categories
- Environmental Studies, Home Page Carousel, Literature, Social Science
- ISBN
- 9788193934258
- Edition
- 2019
- Format
- Hard Bound
- Size
- Demy
- Pages
- 190
Description
This book examines the evolution of Indian feminism and its progression toward ecofeminism, viewing Indian heritage as a foundation for human survival and well-being. It maps the complex history of Indian women's writing from prehistoric and Sangam periods through the Bhakti movement to the post-colonial era, highlighting a rich literary output that has frequently been sidelined by patriarchal forces. The study argues for the development of an indigenous literary theory rooted in the subcontinent's unique cultural, linguistic, and historical configurations, moving away from a sole reliance on Western academic paradigms. Key themes include the impact of the caste system, religious reformations, British colonialism, and the shaping influence of Gandhian ideology, which fostered a mother-centered nationalism and connected women to prakriti as regenerating forces. Additionally, the text explores how nationalism and feminism became intertwined during the Indian independence movement and examines authors such as Kamala Das and Sugathakumari.