The Robber Bride

Book • 1993

In 'The Robber Bride', Margaret Atwood explores the lives of three women—Tony, Charis, and Roz—who have been betrayed by their friend Zenia.

The novel delves into themes of female friendship, power dynamics, and the complexities of human relationships.

Inspired by the Brothers Grimm's 'The Robber Bridegroom', Atwood crafts a narrative that examines the impact of Zenia's manipulations on the women's pasts and presents.

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Margaret Atwood

discusses her novel "The Robber Bride" and its connection to the fairy tale "The Robber Bridegroom", highlighting the themes of identity and reinterpretation.

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as an example of an author whose books followed a certain formula or cliche related to incest and recovered memories.

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