DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS IN FRANK HERBERT’S THE GREEN BRAIN

Ghofarho, Geovani Kevin (2025) DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS IN FRANK HERBERT’S THE GREEN BRAIN. Other thesis, Universitas Nurul Jadid.

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Abstract

Ghofarho, Geofani Kevin. 2025. Discourse Analysis of Environmental Ethics in Frank Herbert’s The Green Brain. Undergraduate Thesis, English Education Department, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Nurul Jadid University. Advisor: Dr. Tirmidi, M.Pd.

Keywords: Discourse Analysis, Environmental Ethics, The Green Brain, Ecocriticism.

Literature serves as a vital pedagogical tool, not only for linguistic development but also for fostering ecological awareness. This research explores the discourse of environmental ethics in Frank Herbert’s novel, The Green Brain. The study aims to (1) describe the nuances of the narrative through story grammar, psycholinguistic, and intertextual analyses, and (2) investigate the management of nature through the lens of environmental ethics.

Drawing on the theoretical frameworks of Mandler and Johnson (1977), James Paul Gee (2014), and Julia Kristeva (1969), this qualitative study applies suprasegmental and intertextual techniques to uncover story grammar and ideological tensions within the text. Furthermore, the novel is analyzed using Barrow’s (2006) concepts of anthropocentric, ecocentric, and biocentric ethics, alongside Carley and Christie’s (1992) technocratic environmental ethics.

The findings reveal that The Green Brain represents a complex interplay of environmental ethics. The analysis identifies four distinct approaches: (1) Anthropocentrism, manifested through humans' dominant and exploitative attitude toward nature; (2) Ecocentrism, shown through the awareness of the intrinsic interconnectedness of ecosystems; (3) Technocratic Ethics, reflecting the belief in technological solutions for ecological crises; and (4) Biocentrism, emphasizing biodiversity and the inherent right to life for all organisms. Through linguistic structure, narrative rhythm, and intertextuality, the novel critically rejects environmental exploitation and advocates for an ecological narrative rooted in balance and moral responsibility. This research suggests that Herbert’s work remains highly relevant for developing students' critical thinking regarding contemporary environmental challenges.

Item Type:	Thesis (Other)
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > B Philosophy (General) G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences P Language and Literature > P Philology. Linguistics P Language and Literature > PS American literature
Divisions:	Fakultas Sosial dan Humaniora > S1 Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris
Depositing User:	Saiful Ghazi
Date Deposited:	01 Feb 2026 14:49
Last Modified:	01 Feb 2026 14:49
URI:	https://repository.unuja.ac.id/id/eprint/1923

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