The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

Set in a dystopian future, this novel presents a society where women are stripped of their rights and are classified into various roles based on their fertility and societal status. The protagonist is a handmaid, a class of women used solely for their reproductive capabilities by the ruling class. The story is a chilling exploration of the extreme end of misogyny, where women are reduced to their biological functions, and a critique of religious fundamentalism.

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Published
1985
Nationality
Canadian
Length
Medium
Pages
300-400
Original Language
English
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Alternate Titles
- A História De Uma Serva
- A Szolgálólány Meséje
- Der Report Der Magd
- Der Report der Magd
- El Cuento De La Criada

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