Adeline Johns-Putra, ed., Climate and Literature (2019) (original) (raw)

The volume "Climate and Literature" explores the intricate relationships between climate and cultural narratives from the early modern period to contemporary literature. It examines how historical weather perceptions influence national and global identities and literature, with contributions highlighting the evolution of climate representations and their implications for understanding anthropogenic changes. The collection critiques traditional realism in light of climate change, advocating for an Anthropocene realism that recognizes complex ecological interconnections.