The Windup Girl, written by Paolo Bacigalupi, is set in a future where biotechnology has become the dominant form of technology. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic Bangkok and follows the lives of various characters, including a genetically engineered windup girl. With its exploration of genetic engineering, environmental issues, and the impact of technology on society, The Windup Girl presents a thought-provoking transhumanist dystopia.