An ecofeminist analysis of female characters in Atwood’s the year of the flood

This monograph conducts an ecofeminist analysis of the female characters in Margaret Atwood's The Year of the Flood, focusing on Toby, Ren, and Amanda as they navigate a dystopian world shaped by patriarchal and capitalist structures. Through a close examination of their character development and interactions with nature and society, the study reveals how patriarchy leads to the exploitation and objectification of women, exemplified by Ren's search for paternal figures and Toby's drastic survival tactics. Furthermore, the analysis highlights the interconnection between women and nature, as female characters resist oppression and challenge societal norms, advocating for empowerment and ecological awareness. The findings illustrate the detrimental effects of capitalism on women's agency and the environment, emphasizing the commodification of women's bodies and the false sustainability presented by capitalist practices. The characters' adoption of vegetarianism serves as a testament to their commitment to ecofeminist principles, emphasizing the ethical implications of dietary choices in addressing environmental degradation. Overall, this monograph underscores the urgent need to dismantle oppressive systems and promote a more equitable and sustainable world, aligning with Atwood's ecofeminist messages.

• Autores: Sandoval Reyes, Diana Carolina
• Fecha de publicación: 2024
• Institución: Universidad del Valle
• Repositorio: Repositorio Digital Univalle
• Idioma: eng
• OAI Identifier: oai:bibliotecadigital.univalle.edu.co:10893/35774
• Acceso en línea: https://hdl.handle.net/10893/35774
• Palabra clave: Mujeres; Feminismo; Ecofeminismo; Análisis literario; Medio ambiente; Conciencia ecológica; Empoderamiento de la mujer
• Rights: openAccess
• License: Atribución-NoComercial-SinDerivadas 4.0 Internacional (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)