The document discusses the literary genre of Iyalkkavitha (nature poetry) in Malayalam. It provides background information on the origins and characteristics of Iyalkkavitha. Key points made include:
- Iyalkkavitha emerged as a distinct genre by bringing together elements from various art forms like prose, poetry, and folklore.
- The most prominent figure in establishing Iyalkkavitha as a literary form was Thunchaththu Ezhuthachan.
- Iyalkkavitha poems depict nature through techniques like description and imagination. Common subjects include plants, animals, seasons and landscapes.