It was the feet they'd do, for a first offense. They used steel cables, frayed at the ends. After
In "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood, punishment for transgressions, particularly for a first offense, often involves severe physical consequences. The method used for these punishments is characterized by the use of harsh tools, specifically steel cables that are worn and frayed, reflecting the brutality of the regime. This detail emphasizes the violent nature of the societal rules and the severe repercussions for those who deviate from them.
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