[MinuteGal]

Alas, I knew that my "animism" doctrine was close, but not right on the button. However, I didn't have time to do the research for the more precise appellation I had in mind but couldn't articulate. Mental block.

You're correct that "anthromorphism (......the attribution of human characteristics.....to such things as objects, the forces of nature......") hits the nail on the head

Hence, "the Arctic fights back....." and "the Arctic resists.....".

ASOC to the "ism" rescue!

Leni

[ASOC]

No rescue attempt ; )

Animism was not a bad choice, it just carries a religious overtone.
And given the Left, where Gaia Syndrome passes for some as a personal religion.....

I just thought anthromorphism might be the better pick, as the article did not seem to have religious overtones, only bad writing.

I got lucky on a slow and cold morning, Friday being free for me.

Have fun, life has so much to enjoy.