The Handmaid's Tale
eng. The Handmaid's Tale · 1985
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Summary
The Handmaid's Tale is a dystopian novel by Margaret Atwood, depicting Gilead, a totalitarian society that emerged in the former United States of America following a coup. The protagonist, a woman named Offred, is a Handmaid whose role in Gilead is to bear children for the ruling class. The novel explores her life and attempts to influence her situation within the harsh laws of the new state. It delves into themes of women's subjugation, loss of personal freedom, and the consequences of totalitarianism.
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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