Ecology, Migration and Displacement: Environmental Refugees in Literature

This research paper examines the intersection of ecology, migration and displacement through the lens of environmental refugees in contemporary literature.As climate change and environmental degradation increasingly force populations to migrate, the figure of the environmental refugee has become a critical subject in literary narratives.Drawing from genres such as climate fiction (Cli-Fi) and postcolonial literature, this paper explores how authors portray the lived experiences of those displaced by ecological crises.It delves into the socio-political dimensions of environmental displacement, particularly the unequal impacts of climate change on marginalized communities.Works by authors such as Amitav Ghosh, Octavia Butler, and Barbara Kingsolver are analyzed for their treatment of environmental refugees, revealing the ways in which literature critiques global systems that exacerbate environmental injustice.By focusing on themes of migration, identity, and survival, the paper highlights how literature humanizes the environmental refugee crisis and calls for greater global awareness and action.Ultimately, this research underscores the importance of literature in shaping public discourse on the ethical responsibilities of addressing climate-induced displacement in the Anthropocene.