Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Alice Borchardt’s “Devoted” delves into the negotiation of the androcentric principle. The protagonist, Elin, is notably dynamic, skillfully manipulating nature and gender to craft her own identity. The novel exemplifies an eco-feminist stance, featuring a frontier setting marked by adventurous confrontations with malevolent forces. Borchardt deserves commendation for exploring frontier politics before defining a distinct feminine identity. The eco-feminist elements within the novel highlight a conscious and original sense of belonging. Through its abundant natural imagery, the novel encourages a new understanding of the self, transforming estrangement into feminine autonomy. The narrative is deeply intertwined with various ecofeminist themes, particularly emphasizing a pure, authentic, and natural feminine self, distinct from the corrupt male-dominated order. It naturally gravitates towards environmental politics, which Borchardt perceives as an intrusion upon the female body.