Agustina Bazterica's 'Le indegne' Reimagines Atwood's Handmaid's Tale
Agustina Bazterica's novel 'Le indegne,' recently published in Italy by Eris with a translation by Francesca Signorello, reconfigures the dystopian genealogy of Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale.' The book explores themes of servitude and power, suggesting a female-dominated hierarchy. The narrative does not follow a linear, masculine progression but instead weaves a complex, backward-referencing thread typical of women's stories. The novel is described as cruel yet essential for its themes and distinctive voice.
Key facts
- Agustina Bazterica's novel 'Le indegne' published in Italy by Eris
- Translation by Francesca Signorello
- Novel reconfigures dystopian elements from Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale'
- Themes include servitude and female power
- Narrative structure is non-linear and backward-referencing
- Described as cruel but essential for its themes and voice
Entities
Artists
- Agustina Bazterica
- Margaret Atwood
- Francesca Signorello
Institutions
- Eris
Locations
- Italy