• Praveena Marupakula
• Prof. G. Damodar

Abstract: Literature and nature are inseparable and interdisciplinary. Any emotion or sensory effect evoked from nature can be transported to human beings through literature. Throughout the history of literature, many poets, playwrights, novelists, etc., have explored the relationship of human beings with nature, because “human culture is connected to the physical world, affecting it and affected by it” (Cheryl Glotfelty). However, in today’s anthropocentric world, there is a disconnect between man on one hand, and literature and nature on the other hand. Therefore, there is a need to reflect on how literature can be used to shape environmental consciousness in the young generation and to ensure suitable action in the direction of environmental sustainability. The present paper explores ways in which the English language classroom can become a site to engage with issues related to environment, with specific reference to the General English Undergraduate Curriculum of Osmania University.

Keywords: Literature, Nature, Anthropocentrism, Green Curriculum

"Literature and Environment: Redesigning the English Language Curriculum at the Tertiary Level", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.4, Issue 3, page no.564-567, March-2017, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1703101.pdf

"Literature and Environment: Redesigning the English Language Curriculum at the Tertiary Level", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.4, Issue 3, page no. pp564-567, March-2017, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1703101.pdf