A STUDY OF NATURE IN RUSKIN BOND’S WORKS

Abstract

An Indian-born author Ruskin Bond was born in 1934. Ruskin Bond is known for his short stories, novels, essays, and children's books. Ruskin Bond was also awarded as Sahitya Akademi award in 1992 for his work “Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra.” Awarded Padma Shri in 1999 and Padma Bhushan in 2014. His famous literary works are “The Room on the Roof”, “Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra”, “The Plight of Pigeons”, and “The Blue Umbrella” etc. Ruskin Bond is known for his storytelling and also for his profound environmentalism and deep love for nature. This paper aims to represent the literary works of Ruskin Bond that are amidst the scenic landscapes of the Himalayas to explore the themes of environmentalism and his deep affection for the natural world. Using literary criticism, ecological theory, and environmental humanities, this study investigates Bond's portrayal of natural environments as moving individuals with agency and energy. It looks into how his magnificent descriptions of mountain landscapes, verdant woods, and meandering rivers evoke amazement, reverence, and ecological conscience in readers. Furthermore, the study delves into Bond's ecological knowledge and conservation advocacy, as indicated by his subtle yet moving remarks on environmental problems such as deforestation, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict. Using literary analysis, ecological theory, and environmental humanities, this study investigates Bond's portrayal of natural environments as dynamic individuals with agency and energy.