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Atwood, Margaret

The Handmaid's Tale

McClelland & Stewart: 1985
  • $350
McClelland & Stewart, 1985. First Canadian (and true first) Edition (first printing). The sixth novel by the author of THE BLIND ASSASSIN, the dystopian story of a near future where there are bizarre consequences for women. Basis for the very popular and award-winning television series. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize in Britain. Near Fine/Near Fine -- light crimping at the head of the spine and one 1/4" closed tear to the front dust jacket panel. A bright, clean copy. . 1st Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Dust Jacket Included.
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