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Margaret Atwood

Bluebeard's Egg and Other Stories

Bluebeard's Egg and Other Stories

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Margaret Atwood's sharp, funny short story collection explores the complex forces that govern relationships and the powerful emotions that guide them.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2023
Publisher: Vintage Publishing



From the bestselling author of The Handmaids Tale and The Testaments comes a collection of sharp,funny short stories that explore the intricacies of human relationships. In the first story,a man finds himself surrounded by women who are becoming paler,more silent,and smaller,a phenomenon that he struggles to understand. In the second story,a woman's intimate life is strangely dominated by the fear of nuclear warfare,a haunting reflection of the ongoing threat of nuclear destruction. In the third story,a melancholy teenage love is swept away by a hurricane,a devastating loss that leaves the characters forever changed. In the fourth story,a tired,middle-aged affection is rekindled by the spectacle of rare Jamaican birds,a surprising and heartwarming connection that brings new meaning to their lives.

Through these captivating tales,Atwood examines the complexities of human emotions,from love and longing to fear and regret. She explores the ways in which our relationships with others shape our identities and influence our lives,and she offers a nuanced and thought-provoking perspective on the human experience.

This collection is a must-read for fans of Margaret Atwood's work and for anyone who appreciates the power of storytelling to explore the depths of the human heart.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784877637

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