Human- Nature relationship in carl Hiaasen's Hoot

Abstract

This research explores how Carl Hiaasen's novel Hoot acknowledges children's contributions in saving the burrowing owls from the businessperson's capitalistic business venture. The poor child character, Mullet Fingers appears as a source of inspiration for other children and adults in the conservation of naturefrom anthropocentric business venture. Examining the relationship between nature and business venture, this study further critiques the anthropocentric activities of the business ventures from Chris Diehm's perspective on ecotage, ecodefense, and deep ecology. The findings connect unity, inspiration and struggle of children for the conservation of nature and inhabitants of the wildlife. Key words: anthropocentrism, children's protest, business venture, wildlife protection