Though it's hard to concentrate on the idea of a future. She's too immersed in the present:
In Margaret Atwood's "MaddAddam," the protagonist grapples with the challenge of envisioning a future amid overwhelming present circumstances. This struggle reflects a broader theme of how current realities can overshadow aspirations and hopes for what lies ahead.
The character's deep immersion in the present emphasizes the difficulty of planning or dreaming about the future when immediate survival and challenges demand full attention. Atwood effectively illustrates the tension between the present moment and the uncertainties of tomorrow, highlighting a universally relatable conflict.
