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Science Fiction· Canada

Oryx and Crake

by Margaret Atwood
Aggregate Editorial Score39/100
Kirkus Reviews
Published 2003389 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Margaret Atwood's Oryx and Crake (2003) stands as one of the most significant works of science fiction of its era. Snowman, the last human survivor after a pandemic engineered by his brilliant, disturbed friend Crake, watches over a community of genetically engineered humanoids. Atwood's dystopian masterpiece is a devastating critique of biotechnology and corporate power. Themes of biotechnology, pandemic, dystopia run through the work. The book has received recognition from Kirkus Reviews 2003.

Book Details

AuthorMargaret Atwood
Published2003
Country of Origin🇨🇦 Canada
LanguageEnglish
Pages389
Category🚀 Science Fiction
ISBN9780385503853
Editorial Score39/100
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Awards & Recognition

Kirkus Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oryx and Crake about?

Snowman, the last human survivor after a pandemic engineered by his brilliant, disturbed friend Crake, watches over a community of genetically engineered humanoids. Atwood's dystopian masterpiece is a devastating critique of biotechnology and corporate power.

Who wrote Oryx and Crake?

Oryx and Crake was written by Margaret Atwood, from Canada. First published in 2003.

What awards has Oryx and Crake won?

Oryx and Crake has received the following awards and honours: Kirkus Reviews 2003.

Is Oryx and Crake worth reading?

Oryx and Crake is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 9/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in biotechnology, pandemic, dystopia.

Where can I buy Oryx and Crake?

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What category is Oryx and Crake?

Oryx and Crake is classified as Science Fiction. Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.

What country is Oryx and Crake from?

Oryx and Crake originates from Canada's literary tradition. Explore more books from Canada on our country page.

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