The Handmaid's Tale By Margaret Atwood

Words: 701
Pages: 3

“Truly amazing what people can get used to, as long as there are a few compensations.” (Atwood 312)

When it comes to oppression, a little of bit of power and freedom is able to keep people content. It's in human nature to control and desire positions of utmost power; to be the best and to be able to hold power over and influence other people. It is widely believed that the more power a person has, the more they are worth. Many of the characters in the novel, “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood reveals how giving a person a bit of freedom and a taste of power can satisfy them. Although Serena Joy who used to be a televangelist that would promote the sanctity of the home and how women should stay at home, is likely “ furious… now that she’s been taken by her word,” (Atwood 50) she takes delight in being able to run a household and having control of something that the Commander does not have power over. She is able to tend to her garden, have people to order around and is in one of the highest positions a women can have. The Aunts, the female control agency which is in charge of handmaid education, also prove how the promise of authority can placate people. In the historical notes, it mentions how recruiting was so successful because, “when power is scarce, a little of it is tempting.” (Atwood 354) They are able to avoid being sent to the Colonies and face death by being in charge of handmaid’s. Aunts are also the only women allowed to read. With
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