Nature Writing is a form of literature that relates to facts of nature and man´s relation to it, but does not pursue explanatory goals. It started in the 19th century and had an important revival in the last decade in context with the ecological crisis.
Learning objective
Students should get to know the most important text from the tradition of Nature Writing and be able to analyse them and understand their historical context.
Content
Nature Writing is a form of literature that relates to facts of nature and man´s relation to it, but does not pursue explanatory goals. It started in the 19th century and had an important revival in the last decade in context with the ecological crisis.