Eco-criticism in William Golding’s Lord of the flies and Bibhutibhushan Bandyopaddyay’s

Aranyak
"Eco-criticism emerged during the post-modern era, which dominated English literature
worldwide. William Ruecket's work, "Literature and Ecology: An Experiment in Eco-criticism,"
sheds light on the connection between environmental issues and nature within literature. This
paper delves into the eco-critical context in William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" and
Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay's "Aranyak." It explores the comparative aspects of eco-
thought, examining both destructive and constructive dimensions, in the context of World War II.
Bandyopadhyay's novel provides a profound portrayal of the intrinsic connection between
humans and nature, illustrating effective coexistence. Meanwhile, Golding's work warns us about
the consequences of human actions on the environment, emphasizing the superiority of nature
over man. Additionally, this paper discusses theories such as Anthropomorphism and
Anthropocentrism to enhance the depth of this analysis."