Exploring Environmental Themes in Rumaan Alam’s Leave the World Behind: A Socio-Ecological Analysis

Abstract

This research paper delves into the environmental themes present in Rumaan Alam’s novel Leave the World Behind. While primarily focused on societal collapse and interpersonal dynamics, the novel subtly addresses various ecological concerns, including nature’s indifference, ecological imbalance, escape to nature, and human impact on the environment. Through a socio-ecological framework, this paper examines the interplay between human society and the natural world as portrayed in the novel, drawing upon relevant theories from environmental sociology and eco-criticism. By analysing key themes and character interactions, this paper aims to deepen our understanding of the complex relationship between humanity and the environment in contemporary literature.