Bodily Harm
Bodily Harm by Margaret Atwood, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group in 1981, is a thought-provoking exploration of power dynamics, both sexual and political. This 1st Anchor Books edition spans 304 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Rennie Wilford, a journalist who specializes in superficial trends, as her life takes a dark turn, prompting her to escape to the Caribbean for a travel piece. However, her destination, the island of St. Antoine, is on the brink of violent upheaval, thrusting her into a web of corruption and uncertainty.
Readers will find a blend of satire and psychological insight as Atwood delves into the complexities of human relationships and the quest for control. The story unfolds against a backdrop of impending revolution, challenging Rennie’s perceptions and forcing her to confront the darker aspects of her reality. Bodily Harm engages with themes of power and trust, making it a significant addition to the literary fiction genre.
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From the bestselling author of The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments • By turns satiric, thrilling, and terrifying, Bodily Harm charts the dark currents of the lust for power—both sexual and political—as it builds to a devastating climax.
Rennie Wilford is a journalist who writes about the latest trends and considers herself an expert on the superficial surfaces of life.
When her own life takes a dark turn, she seeks to recuperate by flying to the Caribbean to research a fluffy travel piece. But her carelessly chosen destination, the tiny island of St. Antoine, is on the verge of a violent revolution and Rennie soon finds herself ensnared in a world of corruption and treachery and unsure whom to trust.
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