Oryx and Crake is a dystopian novel written by Margaret Atwood. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where genetic engineering has led to the creation of new species and the collapse of human civilization. The protagonist, Jimmy, reflects on his past and his involvement with the brilliant but morally ambiguous scientist Crake. Oryx and Crake delves into themes of genetic manipulation, environmental destruction, and the ethics of scientific progress.