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*Oryx and Crake* — Margaret Atwood — Reading Notes

In Margaret Atwood's Oryx and Crake, a haunting exploration of a dystopian future unfolds through the eyes of the narrator, Snowman, as he navigates a post-apocalyptic world shaped by biotechnology and corporate power. The narrative intertwines two timelines: the present survival struggle and a backstory filled with childhood memories, corporate divisions, and escalating disasters. Key characters include the technocratic Crake, the enigmatic Oryx, and the engineered Crakers, who challenge notions of humanity. Central themes examine the ethics of biotechnology, corporate governance, and the complexities of human nature. Through motifs like consumerism and creation myths, Atwood critiques techno-solutionism, urging reflection on moral responsibility in a commodified world.

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