The Language of Eco-feminism and Early 20th century Feminist writers Buck and Cather

This paper explores the language of eco-feminism and its intersection with the works of early 20th-century feminist writers Buck and Cather. Ecofeminism is a branch of feminism that examines the connections between women and nature, emphasizing the ways both nature and women are treated by patriarchal society. The paper examines the historical evolution of ecofeminist thought and its key tenets, including the revaluing of non-patriarchal structures and a view of the world that respects organic processes and holistic connections. It also discusses the early critiques of ecofeminism and its relationship with environmentalism. The works of early 20th-century feminist writers Buck and Cather are analyzed in the context of ecofeminist philosophy, exploring how their language and themes intersect with the principles of ecofeminism.

Keywords:  Ecofeminism, Feminism, Environmentalism, Early 20th-century, Writers, Buck, Cather