The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

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  • Author(s): The Handmaid’s Tale.
  • Language: english.
  • Publication date: 1985.
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The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

A dystopian novel by Canadian author Margaret Atwood, it was published in 1985. It is set in a near-future New England.

“The Handmaid’s Tale” is a dystopian novel written by Margaret Atwood. The story is set in a totalitarian society called Gilead, where women are subjugated and used as instruments for reproduction due to the decline in fertility worldwide. The protagonist, Offred, is one of the “handmaids,” women assigned to elite families to conceive children on behalf of infertile couples. The novel explores themes of government control over women’s bodies, oppression, and resistance. Through introspective storytelling, Atwood presents a fierce critique of power structures and the lack of autonomy for women in this dystopian society.

“The Handmaid’s Tale” has been widely praised for its literary style and its ability to provoke reflections on gender equality and human rights. It has also been adapted into a popular television series.

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Margaret Atwood is a renowned Canadian author known for her works of fiction, poetry, and literary criticism. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to literature, including the prestigious Booker Prize. Atwood's writing often explores themes of feminism, dystopia, and environmentalism, and she is celebrated for her thought-provoking storytelling and insightful social commentary.

Her most famous works include "The Handmaid's Tale," "Alias Grace," and "The Blind Assassin." Atwood's literary impact and influence have made her one of the most respected and celebrated authors of our time.

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