From Eden to Apocalypse: Exploring Ecological Concerns and Environmental Degradation in Margaret Atwood's Oryx and Crake

Margaret Atwood, one of the versatile geniuses of English Literature, often talks about environmental degradation and its consequences in the late twentieth century in her narratives. Through its vivid portrayal of a postapocalyptic world, the novel "Oryx and Crake" highlights the catastrophic consequences of humanity's disregard for nature and the ethical dilemmas posed by scientific advancements, a dystopian vision of a future ravaged by genetic engineering, climate change and environmental collapse. Ultimately, the narrative underscores the urgency of rethinking our relationship with the environment and a call for deeper reflection on our ecological footprint. The proposed study analyzes the ethical implications of scientific experimentation and the consequences of human interference with natural ecosystems since the time of garden of Eden to the postapocalyptic. By drawing parallels between fictional Crake and real-world environmental concerns, the paper is an attempt to analyze Atwood's work within contemporary ecological discourse, highlighting the unchecked ecological degradation.