The Philosopher
Margaret Atwood
The face
The background
- Nationality:
- Canadian
- Period:
- 20th and 21st century
The synopsis
The works
The Edible Woman
Surfacing
Lady Oracle
Life Before Man
Bodily Harm
The Handmaid's Tale
Cat's Eye
The Robber Bride
Alias Grace
The Blind Assassin
Oryx and Crake
The Penelopiad
The Year of the Flood
MaddAddam
The Heart Goes Last
Hag-Seed
The Testaments
The quotes
If social stability goes pear-shaped, you have a choice between anarchy and dictatorship. Most people will opt for more security, even if they have to give up some personal freedom.
Canada is a balloon-puncturing country. You are not really allowed to be an icon unless you also make an idiot of yourself.