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Name: Good Bones
Author: Margaret Atwood

Good Bones is a collection of short fiction by Canadian author Margaret Atwood. The collection, published in 1992, delves into the darker realms of classical myths, traditional Anglo-European folklore, and literary archetypes, often presenting them in a sinister light.

First publish date: 1992

Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories

Authors: Margaret Atwood

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