TITLE:The Handmaid's Tale

PUBLISHER:Penguin books

ISBN:9780099740919

YEAR:1996

RESUME:is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society called Gilead, where women’s rights have been severely restricted. The story follows Offred, a woman forced into the role of a "handmaid" whose sole purpose is to bear children for the ruling class. Through Offred's experiences, the novel explores themes of power, control, gender inequality, and resistance. It critiques the oppression of women and serves as a powerful commentary on the potential dangers of authoritarian regimes and the loss of individual freedoms. The book is known for its exploration of feminist themes and its chilling portrayal of a society where personal autonomy is stripped away.

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