BETWEEN NATURE AND LAW: ANALYSING PLURAL NARRATIVES IN ”WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING” FOR MULTICULTURAL EFL INSTRUCTION
BETWEEN NATURE AND LAW: ANALYSING PLURAL NARRATIVES IN ”WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING” FOR MULTICULTURAL EFL INSTRUCTION

Summary/Abstract: In the pantheon of contemporary literature, Delia Owens' magnum opus, ‘Where the Crawdads Sing,’ unfolds as a testament to the intricate web woven between the natural world and the man-made realm of social structures and laws. Drenched in atmospheric descriptions and captivating plotlines, Owens' work not only paints a vivid picture of the North Carolina marshlands but also delves deep into the complexities of human relationships and societal judgments. This novel, rich in its thematic depth and multifaceted character sketches, emerges as an invaluable resource for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction, particularly when aiming to instill a multicultural perspective in learners. The nuanced interplay of nature, love, isolation, and prejudice in the storyline presents ample opportunities for EFL students to engage in critical discourse, expanding their linguistic horizons while grappling with global themes. This paper aims to dissect the novel's plural narratives concerning nature and the law, drawing connections between the text and broader multicultural themes, thereby elucidating the pedagogical implications for multicultural EFL classrooms and enriching the learning experience for students of diverse backgrounds.

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