Ecofeminism In The Novel Tanah Tabu By Anindita Siswanto. Thayf

Abstract

Research that is based on social problems and issues that are resolved through criticism is nothing new. However, criticism of the environment through literary works is something new in Indonesia. Nature conservation efforts from various parties seem to exist as a human response to environmental damage. This study aims to describe ecofeminism in Anindita Siswanto's novel. Thayf. This type of research is qualitative research using descriptive methods. The data in this study are in the form of words, phrases, and sentences related to ecofeminism. The data source for this research is the novel Tanah Tabu by Anindita Siswanto. Thayf. Data collection techniques in this study used reading and note-taking techniques. Research results in the work of Anindita Siswanto. Thayf is (1) the role of women in saving the environment through an eco-feminist perspective through the depiction of the female character Mabel who has a high concern for the natural environment, has involvement in nature protection organizations, and has reconstructed nature, and seeks to mobilize mass concern for nature; (2) women's motivation in saving the environment is driven by good commitment, courage, resilience, and patience; (3) the impact of women in saving the environment with a high response and awareness of natural reconstruction in Papua. Thus, it can be concluded that the closeness of women in saving the environment through the perspective of ecofeminism can confirm that women have understood their role as agitators.