The Handmaid’s Tale
In “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood, we are thrust into the chilling world of Gilead, a dystopian society where women’s rights have been stripped away. Offred, our protagonist, serves as a Handmaid, valued only for her fertility. Her narrative is haunting and deeply personal, revealing the struggles and small rebellions of a woman fighting to retain her identity. This novel is a powerful exploration of power, control, and resistance.