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Southern social issues are intricately woven into the very fabric of the environment in the works of William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams, constituting early examples of “cli-fi” fiction. Though Faulkner and Williams favor the term “environment” over “ecology,” their masterful use of natural elements like water and land carries profound thematic weight. Drawing on ecofeminist theory, this essay posits a profound, unspoken bond between nature and the marginalized. It contends that this connection dismantles the power of the white male abuser while amplifying the voices and agency of abused women and people of color, granting them a powerful platform within a transformed natural landscape. In doing so, Faulkner and Williams challenge the prevalent nature/human dichotomy, offering a nuanced and complex portrayal of the interconnectedness of social injustices and environmental concerns.
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