Oryx and Crake, written by Margaret Atwood, is a speculative fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic world. The story follows the life of Jimmy, also known as Snowman, as he navigates a world devastated by genetic engineering and corporate greed. Through flashbacks, the novel explores the events leading up to the collapse of civilization and the creation of genetically modified creatures. With its haunting portrayal of a future shaped by transhumanist ideals gone wrong, Oryx and Crake is a gripping and thought-provoking read.