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This research focuses on the ecocritical analysis of William Golding's *The Ends of the Earth* trilogy (*Rites of Passage*, *Close Quarters*, and *Fire Down Below*), examining the relationship between humans, nature, and God. It aims to reveal how the characters in the novels come to realize the importance of preserving nature as God's creation. Using Greg Garrard’s ecocriticism theory, the study explores key themes such as wilderness, apocalypse, and harmonious coexistence. Through qualitative analysis of primary data from the novels and secondary data from various sources, the research demonstrates how Golding portrays a deep connection between nature and spirituality, promoting inner peace, balance, and a symbiotic relationship between humans and the environment. This study is innovative in its socio-ecological perspective on Golding’s work, filling a significant gap in existing ecocritical research on his novels.