What is Margaret Atwood's book 'Oryx and Crake' about?

Answer 1

The book 'Oryx and Crake' is about futuristic times, where the main character, Snowman, recounts old memories of his lover, Oryx, whose mysterious past is slowly revealed as the plot is, and his former best friend, Crake, who eventually goes insane and sets up his plot to form the new human race--where there is no jealousy or hatred or pain. But as he does this, he leaves his best friend Snowman, formerly Jimmy, behind to take care of them.

Answer 2

"Oryx and Crake" is a speculative fiction novel that explores themes of genetic engineering, corporate power, and environmental degradation. The story follows the character Snowman, who reflects on his past life in a post-apocalyptic world where society has been devastated by a man-made pandemic. Central to the narrative is Snowman's relationship with two key figures from his past, Oryx and Crake, and the events that led to the downfall of civilization.