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Animal Others and Biopolitical Futures: A Zoocritical Analysis of Atwood’s MaddAddam Trilogy

Author(s) Dr. Brahmacharimayum Chitramaya Devi
Country India
Abstract This paper examines Margaret Atwood’s MaddAddam trilogy through the lens of zoocriticism, a branch of ecocriticism that scrutinizes the representation of animals in literature and the complex human-animal-environment relationships. Zoocriticism not only highlights the often-overlooked roles of animals in literary texts but also critiques anthropocentric narratives. The study employs a framework of practical zoocriticism to analyse how Atwood’s dystopian vision, marked by ecological collapse and unchecked genetic engineering, shapes societal views on animals. The analysis focuses on how Atwood uses animal imagery, motifs, and symbols, particularly the genetically engineered species of animals, to critique the exploitation of living beings for profit and to illustrate the intertwined fates of humanity and the natural world. It explores the objectification of female protagonists like Toby and Ren, linking their exploitation to the commodification of animals and broader patriarchal structures, thereby drawing parallels between ecofeminist and zoocritical concerns. Furthermore, the paper investigates the symbolic significance of bees and birds, highlighting nature’s resilience and the shifting power dynamics in a post-apocalyptic landscape.
Keywords zoocriticism, ecocriticism, Margaret Atwood, MaddAddam trilogy
Field Sociology > Linguistic / Literature
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-06-04
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46437
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9m7kh
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