Overview
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood is a groundbreaking dystopian novel that continues to resonate powerfully with readers decades after its original publication. Set in the totalitarian regime of Gilead—a chillingly plausible future where women have been stripped of their rights—this modern classic follows Offred, a Handmaid whose sole purpose is to bear children for the ruling class.
As Offred navigates a world defined by oppression, surveillance, and ritualized control, she clings to memories of a life before Gilead—of love, family, and freedom. Atwood masterfully blends psychological realism with haunting social commentary, crafting a story that is both deeply personal and politically urgent.
Praised for its literary brilliance and cultural impact, The Handmaid’s Tale sparks essential conversations about gender, power, autonomy, and resistance. Ideal for high school and college classrooms, community reads, and book clubs, this novel offers rich material for discussion and analysis.
Whether you're teaching literature, exploring themes of social justice, or curating a powerful reading list, The Handmaid’s Tale is a must-have for any collection.
Why Buy in Bulk: Widely taught in upper-level high school and college courses, this novel prompts critical thinking about gender, power, freedom, and societal structures. A compelling text for literature circles, social justice curricula, and book clubs tackling timely themes.
This book title, The Handmaid's Tale (A Novel), ISBN: 9780385490818, by Margaret Atwood, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (March 16, 1998) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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