Margaret Atwood
Lesson plans for The Handmaid's Tale

Margaret Atwood
Reviews, articles, related links, and an audio file from the New York Times Archives.

Margaret Atwood
Follow the links to biographical information, a poem, a delightful speech on how Atwood became a poet ("Writing Philosophy"), and other information.

Margaret Atwood Information Web Site
The author's official Web site.

Cat's Eye
Background information, including plot summary and analysis of themes and issues.

Biblical Influences in The Handmaid's Tale
Analysis and discussion questions.

The Handmaid's Tale
Study questions, ideas for a test and essays.

The Handmaid's Tale
These SparkNotes include plot summary, character analysis, and discussion of themes, motifs, and symbols.

North American Fiction and Film - Chapter 11: Margaret Atwood
Extensive commentary on the novel.

Reader's Companion to Margaret Atwood: The Handmaid's Tale
Background, an interview with Atwood, discussion questions, and biography.

Study Guide to Margaret Atwood: The Handmaid's Tale
Commentary and chapter-by-chapter questions.

Teachit's English teaching resources: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
Activities for each chapter. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required for access; some activities are available via MS-Word, but not all.