The Handmaid’s Tale
Summary
The Handmaid's Tale, written by Margaret Atwood, is a dystopian novel that tells the story of a totalitarian society called Gilead, which has replaced the United States in the near future. The book is narrated by Offred, a Handmaid who is assigned to a high-ranking couple in Gilead to bear children on their behalf.
In Gilead, women have been stripped of their rights and are classified into various roles based on their fertility and social status. The Handmaids are fertile women who are forced to bear children for the elite families who cannot have their own. The story explores themes of oppression, power, gender, and sexuality as Offred navigates her life in Gilead.
Published by McClelland and Stewart, the book is recommended by the publisher for mature readers due to its adult themes and content.
Location
Located in the following libraries on April 1, 2023:
Eureka High School
Lafayette High School
Rockwood Summit High School
