In Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale," the narrative reflects on the pervasive violence against women, highlighting how society often treats such incidents as disconnected events impacting others. The chilling stories of corpses found in secluded places emphasize the brutality faced by women and the indifference surrounding these tragedies. The speaker notes that these victims seem like strangers, reinforcing a sense of separation between them and those who hear the news.
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