Margaret Atwood, an emblematic writer of Canada, is launching her autobiography, recounting her childhood, feminism, and the success of the novel "The Handmaid's Tale"

Margaret Atwood, one of the most influential Canadian writers, is launching her autobiography "Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts," in which she reflects on her life, from her childhood spent in the woods to her feminist struggles and the international success of her cult novel, "The Handmaid's Tale." In the introduction of the book, Atwood, at the age of 86, acknowledges that memory plays tricks, highlighting the fantastical nature of memories. The autobiography, with nearly 600 pages, brings together a prolific career, with about fifty published works and prestigious literary awards, including the Booker Prize. Atwood expresses her fears regarding the rise of authoritarianism in society, referring to the political context in the United States. She also discusses the impact of "The Handmaid's Tale," a dystopia that has become a symbol of protests against authoritarianism. Born in Ottawa, Atwood nostalgically recalls the freedom of her childhood, which fueled her creativity.