About the Author
Margaret Atwood
ISBN 9781784877620
Rs. 958
Penguin Random House
Dancing Girls and Other Stories
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and short stories
Students, journalists, farmers, birdwatchers, ex-wives, adolescent lovers - and dancing girls. All ordinary people.Or are they?In brilliant flashes of fantasy, humour and unexpected violence, Margaret Atwood reveals the complexities of human relationships and maps the motivations we scarcely know we have within us. Populated with characters who evoke laughter, compassion, terror and recognition, Atwood’s stories show why she remains one of our greatest, most original storytellers.
Highlights
- Stories feature students, journalists, farmers, birdwatchers, ex-wives, and adolescent lovers
- Blends fantasy, humor, and unexpected violence
- Reveals hidden motivations and complexities in human relationships
- Showcases Atwood's originality as a storyteller
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What kind of book is this?
It is a collection of short stories by Margaret Atwood, focusing on ordinary people and the complexities of their relationships.
Who are the main characters?
The stories feature a variety of characters including students, journalists, farmers, birdwatchers, ex-wives, and adolescent lovers.
What is the tone of the stories?
The stories blend fantasy, humor, and unexpected violence, creating a range of emotional responses from laughter to terror.
What themes does the collection explore?
It explores the complexities of human relationships and the motivations that people may not be fully aware of within themselves.