Cat's Eye by Margaret Atwood
This novel revolves around the life of a controversial painter, Elaine Risley, who returns to her hometown, Toronto, for a retrospective of her art. Haunted by her past, she reminisces about her childhood and the complex relationships she had, especially with her best friend Cordelia. The story delves into themes of memory, identity, and the often painful experiences of childhood and adolescence. The protagonist's journey is one of self-discovery, as she navigates through the complexities of female friendship, bullying, and the struggle to fit in.
The 4883rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 400-500
- Words
- 127,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- The 100 Best Books in the World (AbeBooks.de (in German))
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)