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short stories by Atwood
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Stone Mattress is a collection of short stories by the acclaimed Canadian author Margaret Atwood. Published in 2014, the book features nine tales that explore themes of revenge, aging, and the complexities of human relationships. Atwood, known for her feminist perspective and dystopian novels like The Handmaid's Tale, often delves into the darker aspects of human nature in her shorter works as well. The stories in Stone Mattress are characterized by Atwood's sharp wit and insightful observations on society and the human condition.12

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