• Dr Divya Singh

The present paper employs an eco critical perspective to examine the ecological concerns in T.S. Eliot’s well-known poem ‘The Waste Land’. A comprehensive examination delves into the intricate connections between the poem’s language, images, and concepts and the broader ecological context of the early 20th century. By assessing his work from this perspective, the investigation endeavors to elucidate Eliot's profound concerns regarding the environmental crisis and the consequences of human activity on the environment. The paper concisely places the poetry in the historical and cultural context of the era, characterized by the aftermath of World War I, rapid industrialization, and urban degradation. The study has uncovered a multifaceted array of ecological issues, such as the degradation of nature, the loss of spiritual connection to the natural world, and the consequences of human exploitation, through a critical analysis of the poem’s fragmented narrative, symbolic imagery, and intertextual references. In addition, the investigation examines how Eliot employed language and poetic devices to articulate his ecological apprehensions. The essay investigates the extent to which the poet’s fragmented and dissonant style reflects the fragmented state of the environment and the alienation between humans and nature. It also analyses Eliot’s utilisation of river imagery, wasteland imagery, and metropolitan settings as metaphors for environmental devastation and societal despair. The current analysis will assist readers in better understanding Eliot's environmental consciousness and will offer a deeper understanding of the significance of ‘The Waste Land’ as a critique of humanity’s detrimental interaction with nature. The study emphasizes the importance of eco-criticism in shedding light on the ecological aspects of literary texts, as well as the importance of reading literature through an ecological lens to encourage sustainable behavior and promote environmental awareness. In summary, the investigation exposes the ecological underpinnings of the poem and underscores the ongoing significance of eco criticism in environmental discourse and literary interpretation.

Ecocritical criticism, Environmental consciousness, Culture Discourse. Globalization Development, The Waste Land.

"Revealing Ecological Issues in T.S. ELIOT's ''THE WASTE LAND'' Using an Ecocritical Viewpoint", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 7, page no.f146-f151, July-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2407524.pdf

"Revealing Ecological Issues in T.S. ELIOT's ''THE WASTE LAND'' Using an Ecocritical Viewpoint", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 7, page no. ppf146-f151, July-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2407524.pdf