Oryx and Crake is a dystopian science fiction novel that delves into a bioengineered future where corporations have taken control of genetic engineering. The story follows the life of Jimmy, also known as Snowman, who is one of the few remaining humans in a world devastated by a bioengineered pandemic. Through flashbacks, the novel explores the events leading up to the catastrophe, including the creation of genetically modified creatures called Crakers. Oryx and Crake is a thought-provoking exploration of the consequences of unchecked bioengineering and the power dynamics between corporations and individuals.
