Representation of Plants in Discourse

Representation of Plants in Discourse: From Neglect to Recognition, Volume 1, is a scholarly examination of how plant life is portrayed within various forms of communication. This work in the Language Arts & Disciplines category utilizes an ecomultimodal approach to analyze institutional, educational, and literary texts. It explores the transition of plants from being viewed as passive resources to being recognized as active participants within their ecosystems.

The text investigates the systemic neglect of plants in verbal discourse and argues for a reframed understanding of interspecies interactions. By analyzing scientific popularization and indigenous perspectives, the author examines agency and collectivity in other-than-human life. Representation of Plants in Discourse: From Neglect to Recognition, Volume 1, provides a critical framework for understanding the embodied quality of plant life and its essential role in global ecosystem sustainability.