The Handmaid's Tale

The Handmaid's Tale

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Language: English
Format: Paperback
Publication date: April 5th, 2018
Publisher: Random House UK
Set in a dystopian future, this narrative unfolds in a society where an oppressive regime has stripped women of their rights and autonomy. The story revolves around Offred, a woman forced into the oppressive role of a Handmaid, designed solely for reproduction in a world where fertility has become a precious commodity. Her existence is a stark contrast to her memories of a time when she enjoyed freedom and personal agency, which now seem like distant dreams.

As Offred navigates the stark and chilling realities of her life, she grapples with her desire for freedom and the constant threat of control from those in power. Throughout her harrowing journey, she finds ways to resist the regime's dehumanization while clinging to hopes of escape and the potential for rebellion. Tension builds as Offred's tale reveals the complexities of survival, the struggle for identity, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of systematic oppression.

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