Why should you read "The Handmaid's Tale"?

Why should you read "The Handmaid's Tale"? - Naomi R. Mercer

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Margaret Atwood's speculative fiction masterpiece "A Handmaid's Tale" explores the consequences of complacency and how power can be wielded unfairly. Atwood’s chilling vision of a dystopian regime has captured readers' imaginations since its publication in 1985. How does this book maintain such staying power? Naomi R. Mercer investigates.
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@TEDEd 6 жыл бұрын

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@saujanyaroy4942 6 жыл бұрын

TED-Ed of course !! I look upto ur book recommendations and funnily enough the classics never interested me until u brought out the best of them . Thank you for recomending such books !

@premshirodkar2781 6 жыл бұрын

TED-Ed I am big fan of your channel, the way you execute makes easier to understand. I request you to do video on insulin and growth hormone

@camerontilley2756 6 жыл бұрын

This is my a-level book

@xxmidifghtdaggerxx 6 жыл бұрын

TED-Ed /

@carsonhenley2045 6 жыл бұрын

Doing this for a project anyway but thanks.

@adorablegirl1559 3 жыл бұрын

What is scary is handmaids tale is considered dystopian by some and utopian by others.

@shamusson 3 жыл бұрын

Same as any other "dystopian" fiction.

@sensen4161 3 жыл бұрын

I hope those who see this as a "utopian" tale get some serious time to rethink, can't imagine what being with them would feel like.

@aoikemono6414 3 жыл бұрын

Marjorie Taylor Greene approves of this Utopia.

@TheAsianRepublican 3 жыл бұрын

@@sensen4161 There are still Cultures around the World where women are forced to be 2nd class citizen slaves, which number in the 2.3 billion out of the 7 billion people on Earth. But here in our 1st world Free Western society, we like to impose the proper use of pronouns as Oppression, and its not PC to criticize the "Handmaids" tale happening everywhere else around the globe.

@adorablegirl1559 3 жыл бұрын

@Tryhard Chomper I didn't mean any religion in particular but every religion has such regressive ideologies or at least a branch of it thereof.

@turtlesama9476 5 жыл бұрын

The first time I read the book I didn’t realise it was a book written before I was even BORN...this book is waaay ahead of its years and beautifully saddening at the same time

5 жыл бұрын

How is it "ahead" ?

@ZackTanTYZ 4 жыл бұрын

More like still being on the times

@theresahall8206 4 жыл бұрын

It was all the talk about the show that caused me to check it out. I had to read the graphic novel to get it.

@annas.5972 4 жыл бұрын

I did know that it was written before I was born but it just didn't feel like it. I totally forgot that fact while reading

@turtlesama9476 4 жыл бұрын

ValahiaDaca21 idk it felt like it was written in a the more recent years because of its very relatable writing and the premise of everything in the book...just a vibe I got 😂

@theisadiaries 4 жыл бұрын

atwood’s decision to only include events/practices that had already occurred in history is just pure genius. it really opens people’s eyes to the facts that sexism and the patriarchy as a whole are not things to be talked about as if they’ve passed and grounds this story in reality. what an amazing read!

@emmaking8596 3 жыл бұрын

the fact that she only included things that actually happened is what makes the book so scary because it could actually happen

@TheAsianRepublican 3 жыл бұрын

And yet we continue to demonize the only society, Western Civilization, in the History of Man that has eliminated the Patriarchy. What is left of the Patriarchy in the Western World are the female whisperers in the ears of men, "wishing" for their men to obtain better societal status and power. And our inability to overcome Political Correctness to criticize cultures around the world numbering in the 2.5 billion that continue to treat women as slaves, instead opting to tear down Western Civilization for their mis-use of preferred pronouns.

@TheAsianRepublican 3 жыл бұрын

@@Omnipotent8383 There will never be equality because biology prevents equality, a 5'0" person can't play tennis like a 6'4". Men can never feel the pain of birth and women can never understand the rage of men given our levels of testosterone. Equality is not what should define Utopia, Freedom is what defines Utopia. But even freedom will always be the tug of war between the need of the Individual versus the demands of the group society in which the person lives.

@intellectualsplayground4707 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of writing a Dystopian novel of my own of a VERY similar nature. Not so much in the oppression of women, as the oppression of a Theocratic government. This approach is genius, and I plan to steal it for myself. However, I'm putting a twist on it. Every single event or practice that occurs in the book, at the end, is going to have a citation/headline so people know it really happened. Cool, right?

@nirad8026 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAsianRepublican Amazing comments. There is still common sense left in your country it seems.

@x80WildCat08x 4 жыл бұрын

When I was reading this book, I cult that help but draw parallels between this story and what happened in my country, Afghanistan. Before the Russians invaded, and the conception of the taliban, my country was a small place where people lived happy lives,education was free and women wore mini skirts. Then came the radical religious, tool women’s rights away and silenced them behind burkas. Women became things, silenced and in the shadows, while the religious and righteous men became brutes and savages. Books were burned, along with pictures, TVs etc.

@CowboyHatsAndKuchen 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry, thank you for sharing. It's so important to be aware of world history so we can avoid mistakes and learn the lessons 💚

@babyleomummy 4 жыл бұрын

What has humanity become?

@xx8113 3 жыл бұрын

Hope the future of Afghanistan gets better

@marisamendes6894 3 жыл бұрын

@Anastacio Querea you know what's trully not ok? A misogynist like you trying to dictate what women should or should not wear.

@marisamendes6894 3 жыл бұрын

@Anastacio Querea The bible also says that men shouldn't shave, but you don't come to the comment section to say that it's not ok for them to shave, do you? It's completely ok if you think women shouldn't wear certain clothin because of your religion, but this is NOT the right comment section to say such things

@thomasthetankengine2653 6 жыл бұрын

Love how this doesn't give away spoilers

@TEDEd 6 жыл бұрын

:) We did our best!

@meta_ai 6 жыл бұрын

i was just about to ask that question

@harleymama4097 6 жыл бұрын

They all die. The end. 😜 Not really. You should read book. It will make you appreciate series a little more. Plus watch movie

@namupolo1100 5 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment before watching,thank you.

@samiaboulila6271 4 жыл бұрын

this is far more great than the series !!!

@johnbagel2560 6 жыл бұрын

I love these callbacks to classic literature. There is a lot of value in looking back.

@medievalist8441 6 жыл бұрын

its the way to move forward but not the only way though

@vibatkevin 6 жыл бұрын

C uubehbcrwhbcehbewWorld History With Dan i

@milascave2 6 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure something published in the 1980s can be called a classic yet, but yes, it's good stuff.

@Tachickoma 6 жыл бұрын

"classic"

@teresaboze69 6 жыл бұрын

World History With Dan go back and listen to George Carlin's stuff ( on KZfaq) after his hair has gone grey. Same *exact* language used to describe the GOP gone blind greedy

@Cave_Man1986 3 жыл бұрын

I loved a handmaid‘s tale. It’s so insightful. It’s so powerful. The story of feminism. And how it can be suppressed if not actively fought for. It’s empowering. Margaret Atwood has a tremendous gift for storytelling. Not only is the original handmaid‘s tale book great. But the sequel she wrote last year was great as well. I fully recommend that book as well. And really any Margaret Atwood book.

@claregallacher2684 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh. But be careful with Feminism also. The Handmaid's Tale is a story of caution that extremes on anything will cause our downfall.

@greenliongirl07 2 жыл бұрын

@@claregallacher2684 Agreed. Personally though, I think modern feminists use the book as a warning than a cautionary tale.

@claregallacher2684 2 жыл бұрын

@@greenliongirl07 Agree. I've seen before that Atwood's intention of the book was a warning that we (everyone) should never take rights for granted and always fight for them as they can be stripped quickly.

@microwave4928 2 жыл бұрын

Third wave feminism is a cancer in society

@berrymckockiner5883 3 ай бұрын

@@claregallacher2684to late, it's gone to far and now the pendulum is swinging back

@thePinkKitty3 5 жыл бұрын

Yes. Everyone should read this book. Everyone should feel as if it is vital to prevent this from happening. We as a society are already washing away the rights and voices of so many. We cannot let it stretch further

@microwave4928 2 жыл бұрын

It’s dog water though

@Tatews37 2 жыл бұрын

Yet incomes the news from today 😪

@Araszaka Жыл бұрын

lmfao

@user-fu4nw1sh3n 9 ай бұрын

I agree - however to fit the current situation, the book needs to be amended, with Canada as the dystopian fasicst state.

@petervizzini8239 4 ай бұрын

The rights of babies do need to be protected

@sombrerocat2971 6 жыл бұрын

I just love you Ted ed. I mean, why could the schools create a system of learning where the students could learn from your beautiful videos with a impeccable narration? You're the reason I'm so into science and math classes, you know, can't describe how happy I am. Thank you, thank you thank you x any number higher than infinity(if there is)

@first-namelast-name5956 4 жыл бұрын

Sombrero Cat Studios I agree but disagree. Already many teachers I know use such videos, and I love these videos, but when a teacher does it so much, it feels impersonal. They’re job is to teach, to stand in front of the room and deliver a lecture to broaden my understanding and spark curiosity. Not all teachers do this, but sometimes you get lucky. Sure these videos are great and the teachers should provide them as a Studying tool or something in that sort, but maybe they should not use it so often. My favorite teacher had barely showed videos, and talked like he was trying to sell something to us, convincing us and grabbing our attention with every word. He had used a few videos, but only few had actually explained anything, he was there to explain it. I’m not saying that these videos aren’t good, they’re much better then some teachers can explain. But if more teachers were like the one I had mentioned, I would be interested in school much more.

@rockybangalore3830 4 жыл бұрын

A number higher than infinity. pfft.. you are not into mathematics enough.

@sombrerocat2971 4 жыл бұрын

@@rockybangalore3830 it's a way of expressing how much I like Ted. Maybe you are not into English idioms enough.

@fasmin8904 4 жыл бұрын

lock down has given me the answer- FRIENDS i mean who wouldnt want to make jokes, work over tough problems together, have disagreements and debates and just have some fun talking about anything and tweaking rules here and there a bit?

@ryank2465 4 жыл бұрын

this comment makes me really happy

@miraculousmisery772 6 жыл бұрын

That moment when one of the best Speculative Fiction works... Handmaid's Tale... Was published a year after the title year of another best work... 1984

@theghostofchristmaspast293 6 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

@jedidiahslaboda5620 6 жыл бұрын

But 1984 was published in 1949 Edit: it was a dystopian book about what could happen in 1984, so if you read it, you would concur that it was indeed not written in 1984

@ZXCVBNMURCIELAGO 6 жыл бұрын

We know.

@weiyin8046 6 жыл бұрын

that’s a reach lmao

@electricmouse5985 6 жыл бұрын

I was thinking when they mentioned controlling thoughts,speech, and actions “uh this sounds a lot like 1984”

@ZackTanTYZ 4 жыл бұрын

How many dark and grim novels about the future are you going to recommend? Ted-Ed: Yes

@fatedmicrocosm5837 3 жыл бұрын

yes

@satnamo 4 жыл бұрын

I must compose my self; my self is a thing I must compose, as one composes a speech.

@cynicalcenobia 6 жыл бұрын

These 'Why you should read...' videos are the best! Keep uploading them!

@devikabagree7324 6 жыл бұрын

I love how you chose to post the perfect video on Women's Day💚

@ellauglov8891 6 жыл бұрын

Inconn ue yes!!

@thomasjoy1043 6 жыл бұрын

So when’s men day?

@cj01 6 жыл бұрын

Men's Day is on the 19th of November

@JuanmaAmagliani 5 жыл бұрын

@@thomasjoy1043 Jesus Christ dude what's your problem?

@kingchickenwing4887 5 жыл бұрын

@@JuanmaAmagliani What did they do?

@semanticsman5192 2 жыл бұрын

And here we are everybody, the prologue to The Handmaid’s Tale.

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

No prologue, little paranoid.

@tamannachandel6663 4 жыл бұрын

"you fit into me like a hook into an eye a fish hook an open eye" Margaret Atwood. That lady is a genius.

@yelsgup3541 4 жыл бұрын

what is that even supposed to mean? it doesnt sound deep or meaningful at all

@yelsgup3541 4 жыл бұрын

SAVANNAH ANTON isnt a fishhook in the eye bad no matter what? i dont want a sharp metal object in my eye whether its closed or not

@sarakhan-pk7ko 4 жыл бұрын

@@yelsgup3541 theres an "eye" in a fishing rod which is a hile through which a fishing hook is attached to the rod.So if you tell that to a person the gonna be like oh a perfect fit but her saying an open eye makes it clear that the eye she talks about isnt the eye taken into context and is harmful

@rachaelkelly8113 4 жыл бұрын

An open eye is more vulnerable, seeing what danger is coming but not closing

@ls-fl6kz 3 жыл бұрын

yelsgup a “hook and eye” is type of fastener sewn onto clothing, kind of like buttons. It comes as a pair; a loop (called an eye) and a hook that fastens onto it

@animec-dramaskpop6362 6 жыл бұрын

Whoa, sounds depressing.

@taiana2323 6 жыл бұрын

Kassie Mitchell You're right but this sh*t happens still today let alone in history 😕

@TheRealFlenuan 6 жыл бұрын

Because it reflects reality

@zenn8728 6 жыл бұрын

+undertakersarmpit how the heck did you relate Islam and the handmaids tale? Dude, the author clearly state "theoradical puritans" didn't you understand by the word "puritans"?

@vanivanov9571 6 жыл бұрын

That's life in Sweden for you.... you get attacked by grenades on such a regular basis now, the people are getting used to it and the deaths it causes. And of course, the Islamic immigrants are as terrible or worse to their women as in their home countries. I wonder why the atheists want these people in their country abusing women, and why they refuse to stop it: https ://www .sott. net/article/377587-Soaring-violent-crime-spikes-in-Sweden-beg-politicians-to-respond

@milascave2 6 жыл бұрын

She did base it on the way the Republic of Iran was at the time, but also on how the Puritans and other Christians had been in the past, and how the Fundamentalists Christians who were becoming more politically active at the time wanted to model the future.

@starseeker1334 2 жыл бұрын

What a video to get recommended today...

@sidraiz22 5 жыл бұрын

Basically what happened in Afghanistan under Taliban rule after 1996!

@ladybabe6958 4 жыл бұрын

don't forget Saudi Arabia

@pookypoo1169 4 жыл бұрын

Waceist!

@valeriehannibal5734 4 жыл бұрын

Also to African Americans during slavery.

@yaboicolleen 4 жыл бұрын

I believe it was partly inspired by the Iranian Revolution in '79-'80

@lillyberhane5733 4 жыл бұрын

Valerie Hannibal I was looking for this comment!! People act like this didn’t already happen in the US

@harisankarunni1088 3 жыл бұрын

I just completed reading "The Handmaid's Tale" and it just blew my mind away. If anyone reading this is second-guessing whether or not to read this book , just give it a go ! I guarantee you will find it interesting and will be able to appreciate it for the masterpiece it truly is. Happy reading !!! 📕📕📕 P.S. I love how TED-Ed doesn't give out any spoilers. Keep up the good work guys!

@MetatronsRevenge613 3 жыл бұрын

Got a discord

@rancid7182 2 жыл бұрын

I'd also recommend fahrenheit 451, and 1984, both have the same quality of writing showing two different regimes with some awesome quotes.

@wolfzmusic9706 Жыл бұрын

I read it and honestly found it the most boring book I had ever read. Wasn't really for me personally

@Ryo-jb4zn 11 ай бұрын

Ah yes, very interesting to see women being treated as meat bags with no value, strength, thoughts or worth and being constantly abused. You're either a misogynistic person or you're lying. No one who cares about women, their rights, and who doesn't want them to be abused and treated as less than objects would ever praise or enjoy this type of book.

@johnappleseed7462 6 жыл бұрын

I hope one day our children will read this book in high school just as I read 1984

@Citrussun755 3 жыл бұрын

My daughter read it for a college class called “Banned Books” … l decided to listen to the TED talk first… seems eerily familiar/imminent…

@babycakelings 3 жыл бұрын

It currently taught in my area of Australia in grade 12 English

@lorddevilfish5868 2 жыл бұрын

I did

@turnip8749 2 жыл бұрын

In my towns public school system it’s banned for being too ‘graphic’ I’m grateful my parents didn’t trust public school to educate me

@babycakelings 2 жыл бұрын

@Liv Quin I hope you don’t mind me asking, but state?

@Teag_Brohman15 Жыл бұрын

who's here because of the Supreme Court overturning Roe vs. Wade

@eveaudrey9662 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favourite books because not only is it enjoyable but it also continues to be extremely relevant in terms of social context and commentary. This books was perfectly crafted by Atwood and I will forever be grateful.

@jeanphillips1030 2 жыл бұрын

Well in light of today after the Surprme Court it's more real than anyone realizes.

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

Jaredis in ur country are FAR more like this, and u only care of not having the right of kill your sons.

@help2449 6 жыл бұрын

Ted ed is the best and most interesting thing in the Internet . Theres just one word to describe this vid “delightful “ 😊

@TEDEd 6 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for watching, Esra!

@prithusharma2559 6 жыл бұрын

Ted Ed? U actually replied

@esradonmez3571 6 жыл бұрын

Ömer Faruk sagol

@polin1710 5 жыл бұрын

We have the same name my name is Esra

@hlsylsify 5 жыл бұрын

I have gained a lot of knowledge from Ted Ed, which has enriched my life. This also helps me learn more English words that I would have never seen otherwise.

@Marlene55M 3 жыл бұрын

Margaret Atwood is one of the most brilliant authors of all time. I have read many of her books, of course, including the "Tale" (and the successor, "The Testaments") and am always thrilled by her style and ability to point out to so many things which go wrong in our societies.

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

Wrong, this is the only famous book she did, othrs were mediocre. Some says tht the book is badly written, I dont know why. Aniways, if this book is famous is just becuse is 1984 rewritten for feminists.

@neelaru8254 6 жыл бұрын

Such an amazing presentation again from TED-Ed. I have been studying this book over the last few months and it is indeed a transcending novel in such a conflict-driven present time. It’s beyond worth the read.

@anamnt5689 2 жыл бұрын

It's disturbingly creepy how much this resembles the situation with making abortion illegal in USA right now.

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

That is a falacy of reductio to absurd. I can see that is creepy how similar you are becoming to soviet and maoist countries, following your same absurd.

@DoormanSoorman 2 жыл бұрын

@@adamnesico because pointing out similarities automatically means they’re a socialist

@matrix91234 Жыл бұрын

Recently Joe Biden said he would VETO it if they made it illegal.

@8730namdarmanesh Жыл бұрын

Oh my god 😂😂😂😂

@f6jk Жыл бұрын

you believe the death penalty is deserved for unborn children?

@creatrotera 2 жыл бұрын

Now look at Roe v wade...

@riderofthewhitehorse8879 11 ай бұрын

Abortion is murder.

@keylamuyulema7994 2 жыл бұрын

it’s scary how all that used to just be a story is now becoming a sad reality

@spaceatoms4212 2 жыл бұрын

here after what happened to roe v wade.. its so sad the reality we are living in

@AdamSmith-gs2dv Жыл бұрын

So just because we ban a medical procedure that means we want to make women second class citizens? I don't see any calls amoung Republicans wanting to disarm women or remove their right to vote

@jkscout Жыл бұрын

In Trudeau's Canada of all places. Who'd a thunk?

@matrix91234 Жыл бұрын

Abrahamic religious fundamentalists basically

@crocodileguy4319 Жыл бұрын

@@jkscout truedau still makes you seethe and cope huh 😎

@mumu87 6 жыл бұрын

The graphics in this video are top-notch! It's always a joy watching TED-Ed videos. One of the best channels on KZfaq.

@williamcates6802 2 жыл бұрын

These seems pretty relevant now.

@yanied9646 Ай бұрын

Hits different after the case yeah

@emilyb7867 6 жыл бұрын

I just love these kind of videos. Looking forward to seeing more of them.

@reeganfobes2514 6 жыл бұрын

It’s so weird! I loved Ted-Ed and I’ve also been looking up videos of the handmaids tale. This video was perfect

@ShaudaySmith 6 жыл бұрын

If you're interested in a deeper look. Might i suggest CrashCourses two videos on the Handmaids Tale. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/htuSrKeox7TViXU.html I was already interested in the story, but they really sold me on buying the book.

@poulomi__hari Жыл бұрын

2022 and two countries already witnessing the Handmaid's tale unfolding. Afghanistan, and now America.

@jaykay6249 6 жыл бұрын

OGL!!!!!! Just today I was watching SNL videos and came across a video on Handmaids Tale and after watching the video I thought I might read the book . Then this popped up in my recommendations. Looks like I should read Handmaids Tale.

@jaykay6249 6 жыл бұрын

OGL I still can't believe it.

@thomasjoy1043 6 жыл бұрын

Bruh just ironic

@milascave2 6 жыл бұрын

pgl: yea, but people do leave cults. It's hard to leave when it is all around you. You can't just sneak out the door.

@samaxion93 6 жыл бұрын

thats called youtube advertising and manipulation. its very intricate

@memo-fq3ps 6 жыл бұрын

Jay Kay that's exactly how I found this video as well, from SNL lol. That's hilarious

@YourAnpanman 2 жыл бұрын

I'm here again after SCOTUS overturned Roe v Wade.

@rimikaprasad6082 2 жыл бұрын

The similarity is uncanny

@berrymckockiner5883 3 ай бұрын

Hopefully the 19th is next

@FAIRYGIRL911 2 ай бұрын

@@berrymckockiner58830/10 troll attempt

@rameshnaik2236 5 жыл бұрын

I read this book and it is really something we all need to read. The author has amazingly put forward her thoughts through her character and left us mesmerized with the book. I thank TED for introducing me to this book.

@TheCoolMhs 6 жыл бұрын

I was researching about this novel and the show on Hulu just a couple of hours earlier, so I was surprised when I saw this video appear on the feed. Talk about timing. All I want to say to those who are responsible for these videos at TEDEd: Thank you so much for all the informative and entertaining videos you provide, and for all the effort you make to give us this content. Keep it up!

@marystarrivas2448 3 жыл бұрын

This would be my favorite channel in youtube, like I want to watch all of your videos in one day. The video titles got me, the great narration, and everythimg about TED ed. Thank you for creating this wonderful source of information and learning.

@joshuastarkloff9602 2 жыл бұрын

It's now non fiction...

@Iamhappy_22 Жыл бұрын

Cause women can't murder pre-born baby's anymore?

@jotato_chip Жыл бұрын

@@Iamhappy_22 You wish it was that simple huh

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

@@jotato_chip you too.

@rajeshwaripittala7462 6 жыл бұрын

Reading, researching and discussing this book, even though it was almost two years ago, was rollercoaster ride that I will never forget. It made me angry that these things have already and continue to happen but most importantly opened my eyes and knocked my complacency regarding matters of politics. But it’s also so much more than that. It makes one really think about language and knowledge affect their life and views and so much more. Definitely worth a read and then a reread.

@lilliank3542 3 жыл бұрын

The Handmaid's Tale really reminds me of George Orwell's 1984!

@dinkydooq 6 жыл бұрын

Studied this during A'Level English - loved it - had a BIG impact on my thinking at 17 ! 👍🏼

@damienwayne2347 6 жыл бұрын

I love Ted-Ed videos so much it's hard to describe.

@martintakeheart9903 6 жыл бұрын

I'm literally going to see Margaret Atwood today! I'm also 50 pages away from finishing the book right now!

@yourfriendgen6713 4 жыл бұрын

Is the book dark? I don’t know if my imagination could take it 😭

@beth6717 3 жыл бұрын

@@yourfriendgen6713 The book is dark, but the protagonist is strong willed so you're never feeling too hopeless when reading. It definitely is an unsettling read, but I'd recommend it all the same. I'm currently reading The testaments, which is Margaret Atwoods sequel to the Handmaid's tale. So far, it's not as disturbing and actually rouses a little empthay for the more wicked characters in the first book. I've watched the show too and I personally think that is far worse.

@Summer-ko4qt 5 жыл бұрын

I love watching these! Perfect for when I don’t know what to read next ❤️

@sensen4161 3 жыл бұрын

I have an irrational fear of this story coming true one day. It's one of the scariest books/ tv shows i've seen, and thinking about it gives me anxiety. I think it scares me a lot because this could actually happen, although not probably, it definitely could be a possibility, and i don't want that to happen ever, not to my future kids, to anyone. It's one of the things that keeps me up at night.

@juliarabbitts1595 2 жыл бұрын

A far right you tube blogger said recently “the theocracy is coming”. He looked excited, for women in the US it would be a disaster; how long until female members of the Supreme Court are removed?

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

Come on girl, this is almost impossible to hapen, no society has ever done so many bad things to women. Although some come close, I dont see them achieving power in USA. Why could? Terrible things can hppen to anyone. Whatever life gives us, we should be brave and face it, If bad times comes, at least our descendants may have the oportunity of create better times.

@sharpie6888 Жыл бұрын

@@adamnesico you are so delusional it’s almost sad

@CommentReader Жыл бұрын

@@adamnesico LOL no society has ever done so many bad things to women?? ever heard of the entire Middle East? 🤣

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

@@CommentReader not even the middle east does everything showed here. And for certain, speaking of mid east, the closest you have to this in ur country are jasidic women, and you don’t care about them. So it can be said this already happens in ur country and you think its ok because it doesn’t affects u.

@Knowledgeseeker475 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! That was deep. Made me feel like running to the near library to get a copy of the book.

@not-denise8882 2 жыл бұрын

4 years after ted-ed released this video, and Roe v Wade has now been overturned. Handmaid's Tale is looking less like "speculative fiction" and more like a step by step manual

@Richie-apadairos Жыл бұрын

@almond9225 Жыл бұрын

@@Richie-apadairos yes

@reallyfluffy7690 Жыл бұрын

Drama queen 🥱

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

You are paranoid, and something similar already happening in ur country and u don’t care. Don’t worry, serfs of capital will remain killing kids for be more productive.

@Edwardnewgate16 6 жыл бұрын

Great. This is one of the most astonishing novel I have ever read. Really appreciate Ted ed for enumerating on why the novel is relevant

@saruniz 6 жыл бұрын

I started watching the show a few days ago on hulu, and as I was watching I thought about how the format of the show made me feel like I was reading a book. I looked it up soon after and found out it is based off a book. I love the show, and I'm sure the book is even better.

@riddhidhand5535 6 жыл бұрын

Beautifully produced video!

@casie6609 2 жыл бұрын

This was a strange coincidence because I just recently finished reading the first book and am reading the second one currently. I absolutely love the series so much, I've gained a lot from it and I think I've learned more because of it. The books are great of course, I'm just a huge fan of the series, it's my favorite ever, because it really develops more on everything that happens in this story. For anyone considering reading or watching it, it's worth it. 💛

@1TrueGem 6 жыл бұрын

I had no idea what it was about, but had heard the title. I'm glad I watched your video. I really need to read this book!

@danielshifron5672 6 жыл бұрын

When you go to Saudi Arabia and this is actually happening...

@topdeot 6 жыл бұрын

Shhhhhhhhh.........kept it to yourself. Don't want to be labeled Islamophobe now do we.

@wolfferoni 6 жыл бұрын

What do you mean? What's happening in Saudi Arabia? I heard the crown prince was helping get rid of corruption and less oppressive

@danielshifron5672 6 жыл бұрын

Wolfferoni I actually heard about that but he still won't let them go outside without husbands permission or any of those basic things.

@camellias.7106 6 жыл бұрын

Natasel Your mom wished she had her period instead of you.

@celicacelica1 6 жыл бұрын

Elaborate.

@DiaNnaLoveChowder 3 жыл бұрын

I finished the book about a week ago and I am about to start the second one. Still had my questions about the first book but I feel like this video explained well some of the things I didn't understand. Hopefully it made everyone curious to read it :)

@abacaxinera 6 жыл бұрын

HAPPY WOMENS DAY EVERYONE !!! I love your videos TED-ED

@ninisky2706 2 жыл бұрын

I really love the art style of this animation.

@savannahapedaile 6 жыл бұрын

the graphics in this were awesome!

@sitiainaimn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to this video, I have gone on to read one of the most hauntingly unforgettable books I have ever read. Thank you Ted-ed for the recommendation!

@Pawznhooves 4 жыл бұрын

Super sad because Jesus was always about women's rights, even talking to women that He wasnt allowed to talk to in order to encourage them 😊

@ravenclawthestral3964 4 жыл бұрын

Art N' Heart But... doesn't the bible says women can't be teachers or speak over a man

@hoxxi2373 4 жыл бұрын

Ravenclaw Thestral The bible is one of the oldest books written , do you really think some of the things which are written in it are still up-to-date with recent times? Of course this book is filled with ideas and standarts long since abolished and frowned upon.

@ravenclawthestral3964 4 жыл бұрын

LocalDegenerate Suppose you could say that. Then you couldn't trust a single thing said in the bible (which I'm already doing)

@ravenclawthestral3964 4 жыл бұрын

bobingbobs I respect your opinion, and am happy you responded in such a calm, peaceful way, but I do not agree with a lot of things in the bible, so I could never read it.,

@nelsoncheng4638 4 жыл бұрын

@@hoxxi2373 carm.org/why-should-we-believe-the-bible

@siddrahalhindi 4 жыл бұрын

The animations were so beautiful

@naveennischal7292 6 жыл бұрын

Ted ed had introduced me to great artists and writer's. One of them is Tolstoy and his great work war and peace. Keep introducing great work and artists. Thank you Ted Ed

@Edmundyu1995 6 жыл бұрын

You have convinced me to read it! I’m gonna go on audible and listen to this book! 😊😊😊

@moonwalk3rr 6 жыл бұрын

Watching the handmaid's tale was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. I am waiting for season 2 to arrive.

@Bell_Matt 5 жыл бұрын

Jaja!

@gorillagripcoochie631 5 жыл бұрын

But did you read it? Smh

@ldive 5 жыл бұрын

BTS sucks Maybe he’s Jared, 19.

@WalterLiddy 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first one of these I've happened across that isn't just a plot summary. Kudos.

@snehasisjena8714 4 жыл бұрын

It's true that the extent upto which we can learn from literature is endless and the subtle yet wonderful way in which Ted-ed is shaping this entire endeavour is truly amazing.

@aarn6357 3 жыл бұрын

This book is a masterpiece in many ways. It bravely takes on heavy topics. Also I found great analogs from the book, for example the exploitation that is done to the handmaidens are in almost every way same as we do to cows and other animals. It is just sinister to think that any living being should go through something so oppressive and nervewrecking.

@godzillavkk 2 жыл бұрын

And now I fear that this fiction may become fact because of the current news and past actions.

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

Wich current news? A papu, islamist or haredi regime is gonna take ur country? not? Then hows gonna happen?

@godzillavkk 2 жыл бұрын

@@adamnesico No, stuff closer to home.

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

@@godzillavkk What?

@delusionsofgrandeur1330 6 жыл бұрын

This was beautifully done 🙌🏼

@Pinocicci 6 жыл бұрын

Atwood is an amazing author. I remember reading alias grace- my first foray into her writing. Loved her ever since.

@aubreya.8822 2 жыл бұрын

Basically what Taliban does to women in Afghanistan right now. And it’s not fiction.

@Tatews37 2 жыл бұрын

And here we are on June 24, 2022, one significant step closer to this being reality.

@acoustichitman4544 2 жыл бұрын

Hoes mad

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

Why?

@ulqinaku8471 2 жыл бұрын

I can kill my children in only 47 states this is literally like the tv show “the handhoe’s tale” 😭

@TheTheTheTheTheThe 2 жыл бұрын

@@ulqinaku8471 It’s not a child, it’s a clump of cells. And you say it like people don’t want it banned across the entirety of the US

@kgot8943 Жыл бұрын

@@ulqinaku8471 One step closer = one crucial part of the story (illegality of abortion) is now more realistic than it was before. But since you call the book "the handhoe's tale" it's obvious what you think about women's (reproductive) rights

@Daisy-oe6pt 5 жыл бұрын

Love those videos SO MUCH 😍🙏🏻👌🏼

@jasmyngonzalez3093 5 жыл бұрын

reading the book now, can't say im the most comfortable reading it but i realized how important the subject is and i continue to read it. looking forward to see how everything pans out.

@lukerinderknecht2982 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder why this is trending again 👀

@liverbadgers 4 жыл бұрын

‘Why you should read’ videos are my favourite!

@katepat08 6 жыл бұрын

Watched this and went and bought the book the next day. I loved the show can’t wait to read the book and for season 2 to come out

@lewisdennis8066 5 жыл бұрын

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@alizzayra5184 6 жыл бұрын

I finished this book just two days ago! I loved it!

@josefwebster7898 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve read this book twice and I think it’s so wonderfully detailed and a true cautionary tale

@anaortiz4578 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't know I needed to read this book until I watched this video, thank you. Now I know that I needed this in my life.

@klarebear27 5 жыл бұрын

I got an ad with the author of A Handmaids Tale in it

@marktapia9836 6 жыл бұрын

Why you should read it? 1. Its a really amazing book 2. All stars 3

@i7amx 6 жыл бұрын

YAAASSSSSS

@guilace 5 жыл бұрын

Eh it was alright

@Abi-vn1kf 5 жыл бұрын

All stars threee. Loolllll 😂😂. RuPauls drag race. Love that season

@meadsky 2 жыл бұрын

One step closer to Gilead...

@basedghostpurrp144 2 жыл бұрын

LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOO

@shambhavi4292 Жыл бұрын

Motherless behaviour

@adamnesico Жыл бұрын

And still too much steps away.

@jostnamane3951 Жыл бұрын

More like a way to go

@shrutipagadala 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful narrative and amazing visuals

@CurlywiggysChannel 6 жыл бұрын

Animation for this was beautiful

@cumcumber4880 10 ай бұрын

As a person who lives in Russia, i was pushed towards reading this book by how much our new laws correspond to those of Gilliad. It really did something to me.

@nzuckman 2 жыл бұрын

With the recent SCOTUS ruling, this isn't looking so like speculative fiction anymore... More like current events 😔

@acoustichitman4544 2 жыл бұрын

Hoes mad

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

And using your same reduction to absurd, your support to abort makes you closer to become a marxist dictatorship. Ireland is a better country than yours and has scotus.

@SolarSeaSlug 2 жыл бұрын

This is the video that convinced me to read The Handmaid's Tale. I am immeasurably glad I did.

@kaiumeda3690 2 жыл бұрын

We’re living through the handmaid’s tale with our Supreme Court & Senate & Texas

@alexanderi1183 2 жыл бұрын

And the world is living in a Brave new world.

@adamnesico 2 жыл бұрын

fallacy of reductio ad absurdum Ireland has very restricted abortion and is a better place for live than ur country, liar.

@juliannevogt8325 4 жыл бұрын

Love these why you should read videos! I would like to see a why you should read video on “Little Women.”

@gabrielchong262 6 жыл бұрын

An absolutely stunning video published in conjunction with the International Women's Day of 2018! Kudos to TED-Ed!

@djcothra4201 6 жыл бұрын

I think she got a lot of inspiration from 1984, lova that book!

@BienvenidoAlHoloceno 6 жыл бұрын

Nice video, I very much liked it :) I would have added a bit more about the context in which the coup happened. Dropping fertility due to environmental degradation (which is by the way a true and serious issue today) serves as the pressing problem that must be addressed. Every coup always has such a threat that requires a group to intervene and take up "drastic measures" until "order is restored".