Exploring Ecopsychology and Ecolinguistics in Mary Oliver's Poetry - Riya Raval,

This study delves into the profound ecological themes embedded within the poetry of Mary Oliver, a renowned American poet known for her deep connection with nature. Through an ecocritical lens, we examine how Oliver's poems illuminate the interplay between ecopsychology and ecolinguistics. Her work reveals a symbiotic relationship between the human psyche and the environment, highlighting the impact of language on our perception of the natural world. This analysis draws on selected poems to demonstrate how Mary Oliver's verse provides a rich tapestry of ecological consciousness and the transformative power of language in shaping our environmental perspectives. For which Poems to be analyzed are: “Wild Geese”, “The Summer Day”, “The Journey”, “In Blackwater Woods”, “The Fish”, “Sleeping in the Forest” and “When Death Comes”. These poems by Mary Oliver offer unique insights into ecopsychology and ecolinguistics, showcasing the inherent relationship between humanity and the environment and the ways in which language can shape our understanding of the natural world.