Reading the Text of Suwaray Ilkhanizadeh’s Poem (Shar) from the Perspective of the Ecocriticism Method

Abstract

The present research is titled “Reading the Text of Suwaray Ilkhanizadeh’s Poem (Shar) from the Perspective of the Ecocriticism Method.” Due to the urgent global environmental crisis and its severe threats to human existence and the natural environment, ecological criticism has become more popular as a critical contemporary approach in the latter half of the twentieth century. Ecological critics have endeavored to transform literature into a platform for combating the challenges posed to the ecosystem and contributing to alleviating environmental issues. This study examines Ilkhanizadeh’s poem (Shar) as an exemplar, which notably addresses ecological themes concerning the environment and human life. Its primary objective is to reveal Ilkhanizadeh’s ecological viewpoints concerning the urban environment, examining the dynamic relationship between human culture, society, and the natural surroundings. By delving into the poem’s ecological elements, this research raises awareness about the environmental crises resulting from prevalent urban systems and disciplinary practices.

Employing the method of ecological criticism, this analysis entails utilizing its core concepts and insights to dissect the literary text in question. Through this approach, the study aims to shed light on the intricate interplay between the natural environment and human culture in an urban setting. Ultimately, this paper strives to contribute to a better understanding of ecology and its significance while advocating for environmental consciousness amid the challenges posed by current societal structures and human behaviors in urban environments.

The research findings reveal the poet’s Ecopsychology state, which exhibits a strong sense of alienation, becomes noticeably complex in an urban setting. The poem accentuates elements that mirror the pastoral environment present in rural culture. Ilkhanizadeh identifies capitalism as a primary catalyst for the degradation of the natural environment and other facets of human existence. Furthermore, he critiques the city’s social environment, contending that establishing harmonious social relationships between individuals, society, and nature is challenging within urban confines.