Time has not stood still. It has washed over me, washed me away, as if I'm nothing more than a woman of sand, left by a careless child too near the water.
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In "The Handmaid's Tale," Margaret Atwood explores the passage of time and its impact on identity and existence. The quote metaphorically illustrates how time can erode one's sense of self, comparing a woman to sand that is easily washed away by tides. This suggests a struggle against the forces of change and the feelings of insignificance that can accompany it.
The imagery of sand signifies vulnerability and disposability, reflecting the main...
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