Margaret Atwood: A Modern Mythmaker
Narrated by Jennifer Cognard-Black
- Released
- May 15, 2025
- Length
- 3 hrs
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- Audible Originals
In "Margaret Atwood: A Modern Myth-Maker," Dr. Jennifer Cognard-Black explores the enduring significance of Atwood’s groundbreaking novel, The Handmaid’s Tale, highlighting its evolution from a dystopian warning to a cultural and mythical phenomenon. Through six engaging lectures, the course examines the novel’s themes, inspirations, and its impact on society, politics, and the arts, illustrating how it has transcended its original context to influence modern mythmaking and media adaptations.
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