Hag-Seed

by

Margaret Atwood

Nadia Character Analysis

Felix’s wife, who dies of a sudden infection shortly after giving birth to their daughter, Miranda. Dead by the time the novel begins, she appears only in Felix’s memories as a kind and gentle woman. After her death, Felix gives up on his hopes for a family and domestic happiness.
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Nadia Character Timeline in Hag-Seed

The timeline below shows where the character Nadia appears in Hag-Seed. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 2. High Charms
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First to “leave” Felix is his wife Nadia, who dies of an infection just after giving birth. He often tries to remember her,... (full context)
Chapter 4. Garment
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...Felix to take a rest, especially after his two recent losses. He came to both Nadia’s and Miranda’s funerals, and was genuinely upset each time. Felix thanks him sincerely. The security... (full context)
Chapter 5. Poor Full Cell
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...in a home of his own. He only has a few pieces of furniture that Nadia once picked out and a small photograph of Miranda, laughing wildly on a swing. Now,... (full context)