Taboos as Mechanics of Environmental Stewardship in Son of the Thundercloud by Easterine Kire

Abstract

Nagaland is one of the North eastern states, which is known for its profound variety of ecological resources. Through the novels of Easterine Kire, one can get an authentic insight of traditional beliefs and practices of Nagaland. Folklore is one of the best facets of representing culture of the region. The collective wisdom of native tribes is brought through eco-spirituality. Unlinear narrative is prominent in the works of folklore. Kire makes the best use of unlinear narrative to inculcate eco-awareness among the younger generation. In the name of industrialization, people exploit nature for personal gratification which hinders the balance which exists in the natural world. Easterine Kire through folklore warns the younger generation from destroying the pristine nature of Naga hills through the protuberant characters which exist in her fictional world. This paper attempts to bring out the importance of folklore in propagating eco-awareness among the younger generation. It also emphasizes the importance of folklore in propagating culture of Angami tribe.