Margaret Eleanor Atwood, OC is a Canadian writer. A prolific poet, novelist, literary critic, feminist and activist, she has received national and international recognition for her writing. ATWOOD, whose work has been published in over forty countries, is the author of more than fifty books of fiction, poetry, and critical essays. In addition to The Handmaid's Tale, now a successful MGM-Hulu television series currently preparing its fourth season, her novels include Cat's Eye, shortlisted for...
The Year of the Flood
The Year of the Flood
Synopsis
Margaret Atwood returns with a chilling vision of the future where environmental collapse has reshaped the world. Two women, a trapeze dancer and a member of a nature-worshipping cult, find themselves among the few survivors of a global flood. As they navigate a dangerous new reality filled with mutated creatures and desperate survivors, they must decide how to move forward in a world irrevocably changed.
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The Year of the FloodHardcover, 2010WindsorLanguage: EnglishISBN: 9781408461426
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Year of the Flood part of a series?
This novel is the second book in Margaret Atwood's MaddAddam trilogy, following Oryx and Crake. While it introduces new perspectives and characters, it expands upon the world and events established in the first book.
Does The Year of the Flood have a connection to other Margaret Atwood books?
The Year of the Flood is deeply intertwined with Oryx and Crake, sharing characters, settings, and a timeline, offering a different viewpoint on the same catastrophic events. It also continues the overarching narrative that concludes in MaddAddam.
Should I read Oryx and Crake before The Year of the Flood?
Reading Oryx and Crake first provides essential context for the world and many of the events referenced in The Year of the Flood. While this book introduces new protagonists, understanding the preceding narrative significantly enhances the reading experience.