Oryx and Crake is a thought-provoking science fiction novel by Margaret Atwood. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where bioengineering has gone awry. The protagonist, Snowman, is one of the few remaining humans and reflects on his past life and the events that led to the downfall of civilization. Atwood's exploration of bioengineered futures raises important ethical questions about the limits of scientific progress.