| Birth Day | November 18, 1939 |
| Birth Place | Ottawa, Canada |
| Age | 84 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
Margaret Atwood is a highly acclaimed Canadian poet and author whose net worth is projected to reach $18 million by 2024. Recognized for her immense contributions to literature, Atwood's success spans across various genres including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Her works have garnered widespread international acclaim, earning her numerous prestigious awards and accolades. As an influential figure in the Canadian literary landscape, Atwood's impact on the world of poetry is unmatched, solidifying her reputation as one of the greatest poets of her generation.
A Canadian poet and Novelist known for her bleak, dystopian work, The Handmaid's Tale, she was shortlisted for the Booker Prize five times. Her other well-known works include Cat's Eye, Oryx and Crake, and Surfacing.
She first published her poetry while studying at the University of Toronto's Victoria College. She later taught at the University of British Columbia, Sir George Williams University in Montreal, and the University of Alberta.
She was awarded a Guggenheim fellowship.
She was married to Jim Polk from 1968-1973. She and her partner, Graeme Gibson, welcomed their daughter, Eleanor, in 1976.
She won the Arthur C. Clarke award for her novel The Handmaid's Tale.
