The Blind Assassin
by Margaret Atwood
The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 98.5K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 637 pages.
About The Blind Assassin
Margaret Atwood takes the art of storytelling to new heights in a dazzling novel that unfolds layer by astonishing layer and concludes in a brilliant and wonderfully satisfying twist. Told in a style that magnificently captures the colloquialisms and clichés of the 1930s and 1940s, The Blind Assassin is a richly layered and uniquely rewarding experience.It opens with these simple, resonant words: "Ten days after the war ended, my sister drove a car off the bridge." They are spoken by Iris, whose terse account of her sister Laura's death in 1945 is followed by an inquest report proclaiming the death accidental. But just as the reader expects to settle into Laura's story, Atwood introduces a novel-within-a-novel. Entitled The Blind Assassin, it is a science fiction story told by two unnamed lovers who meet in dingy backstreet rooms. When we return to Iris, it is through a 1947 newspaper article announcing the discovery of a sailboat carrying the dead body of her husband, a distinguished industrialist.For the past twenty-five years, Margaret Atwood has written works of striking originality and imagination. In The Blind Assassin, she stretches the limits of her accomplishments as never before, creating a novel that is entertaining and profoundly serious. The Blind Assassin proves once again that Atwood is one of the most talented, daring, and exciting writers of our time. Like The Handmaid's Tale, it is destined to become a classic.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Margaret Atwood |
| Published | 2000 |
| Pages | 637 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.95 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 98,464 |
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What genre is The Blind Assassin?
The Blind Assassin is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is The Blind Assassin worth reading?
Based on 98.5K reader ratings, The Blind Assassin has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Blind Assassin?
The Blind Assassin has 637 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Blind Assassin?
The Blind Assassin was written by Margaret Atwood. It was first published in 2000.
What is the ISBN for The Blind Assassin?
The ISBN-13 for The Blind Assassin is 9781860498800.0.
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