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In "There Was Once," there is a person who is trying to tell a story but another one interrupts him multiple times to change some parts/words of what he is telling in order to avoid offending or upsetting others. The interruptions and alterations in the story's narrative reflect the writer’s intention to question established conventions. This story shows something that is very similar to what we have in the present because, it is known that, these days, people have to be careful of what they say and they have to avoid the use of certain words or telling their thoughts when discussing some topics, as there is a mass of people that could be offended by it, leading to them having to change their speech/thoughts. I found the story interesting because, as I said before, it reflects really well a problematic of the present.

Differently, "The Handmaid's Tale" is what Atwood calls speculative fiction, meaning it theorizes about possible futures. It is a more serious story that talks about a dystopian future where a regime takes the power in the US, leading to women having almost any right. In both stories, people can be seen being prevented from doing something and forced to change their attitudes/words. However, women in the story of "The Handmaid's Tale" are much more restricted than the person telling the story in “There was once”, since they are not even allowed to read or move freely in public.

Finally, I want to say that both stories show Atwood's skill in addressing important social issues through storytelling.

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The video provides information about Margaret Atwood’s personal background, as well as her writing style, genre of choice and most famous novel, “The handmaid’s tale”. We can learn that Margaret often writes dystopian novels, which are a form of literature that allows the writer to warn or call people out on how severe the consequences of the courses societies take nowadays can be in the future.

The short story is about a man who’s trying to tell a story to a person who’s not as interested in the plot of the story,, as they are in making it the most politically correct possible. By frowning upon at every word the author reads, they convince him to change his own words into something more inclusive with each interruption. Therefore, not only does the tale end up written completely differently, but there ends up being no tale at all, since the author finally changes the only thing left from the original tale, which was its beginning, into the present tense, turning “There was once” to “Here”.

I believe that Atwood wrote this story as a satire of the political correctness that’s taking over the art world and is conditioning artists and art itself, setting boundaries and limits regarding what is considered appropriate or disrespectful. I found it quite witty, fast paced and accessible, which is, in my opinion, the most valuable aspect, since it reflects what, i think, Margaret believes; that making literature understandable to more people is more important than getting caught up in senseless discussions regarding what other people may or may not find offensive.

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The video explores Margaret Atwood´s novel, "The handmaid’s tale". It provides information about its historical context, the genre and Margaret´s style of writing. Her speculative writing serves as a warning for society, depicting dystopian possible futures that might be around the corner. The novel is about a woman's struggles in a totalitarian society where her identity, fertility and freedoms are suppressed. Similarly, "There was once" also tells the story of a person that is silenced and forced to change. The short story is about a writer trying to tell a story to another person who scrutinizes every word and interrupts him repeatedly. The critic wants to make the story more politically correct and inclusive, so the writer ends up narrowing it down to only one word. I think Margaret cleverly mocks the demand for political correctness that our society has developed. I found it really entertaining, even though the story is simple and short, it is very clear and effective.

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The author, Margaret Atwood seems to be very keen on the genre of speculative fiction, more specifically, in dystopian futures. In both of her stories, There Was Once and The Handmaid’s Tale, there’s a sense of control over the actions of individuals. In the first one is more symbolic, someone is trying to tell a story while the other person keeps interrupting them and changing their story little by little, until it turns into a completely different one. This one is used more as symbolism since it can be represented in many different aspects of our lives. On the other hand, The Handmaid’s Tale has more of a social and political message, allowing us to see how the puritans put themselves over women and decide to control every aspect of their lives, from the way they dress to their language and thoughts. I found the story very interesting, and like I said before, it can be a really good metaphor for multiple present situations, such as religious beliefs, strict families, self expression, etc.

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The video talks about Margaret Atwood writing stories about scary possible futures, but the short story is more like a joke about arguing over how to write a fairy tale. They both explore challenging ideas, but in totally different ways.

The Handmaid's Tale sounds super dark, with women being treated badly by a strict religious group. The short story is funny because the writer keeps getting interrupted by someone who wants to change everything about the story.

I think the short story is interesting because it shows how tough it is to write stories that everyone will like. It also makes you think about why we even have fairy tales and if they should reflect how things are today. Maybe it doesn't directly relate to current events, but it does show how we question things more these days.

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The video examines Margaret Atwood's novel, "The Handmaid's Tale," explaining its background, genre, and her unique writing style. Atwood is known for her speculative fiction, which warns society by showing dystopian futures that seem very close to reality. The novel tells the story of a woman's fight in a totalitarian society where her identity, fertility, and freedoms are greatly restricted. The video also talks about Atwood's personal background and her frequent use of dystopian themes to show the possible severe consequences of today's societal trends.
Moreover, Atwood's short story "There Was Once" deals with suppression in a different way. It tells the story of a writer who is constantly interrupted by someone trying to make the story more politically correct and inclusive. This forces the writer to keep changing his story until it is reduced to a single word. The story satirizes the extreme demands for political correctness in today's society, showing how these demands can limit creativity.
Finally, Atwood cleverly mocks the overemphasis on political correctness, suggesting it can lead to losing the original story and its meaning. Despite being short and simple, "There Was Once" is very engaging and effective, clearly showing the impact of societal pressures on artistic expression. I found it witty, fast-paced, and easy to understand, reflecting Atwood's belief that literature should be accessible to everyone rather than limited by the fear of offending others.

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In the video, Atwood explains that the story was inspired by real events and ideologies from various points in history, emphasizing that nothing in the book is purely fictional. This approach aims to provide a chilling reminder that the freedoms and rights people enjoy can be swiftly overturned under the right circumstances. The video also discusses Atwood's interest in exploring the intersection of religion and politics and their impact on personal freedoms.

Furthermore, The Handmaid's Tale" holds significant relevance in today's context as it echoes ongoing debates about women's rights, bodily autonomy, and the rise of authoritarianism. Issues like the control of reproductive rights, surveillance, and the impact of religious extremism on politics are still prevalent. Atwood's depiction of a society where such elements are taken to extremes serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the importance of vigilance and advocacy to protect freedoms and prevent regression

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Margaret Atwood's story "There Was Once" and her novel "The Handmaid's Tale" both explore how society changes stories. In "There Was Once," a conversation shows how a fairy tale is altered to fit modern ideas about political correctness, inclusivity, and changing social norms. Similarly, "The Handmaid's Tale" uses a dystopian future to show the dangers of taking away women's rights and how oppressive regimes can control people's lives. Atwood’s style in both pieces involves a keen awareness of political and social currents. "There Was Once" critiques how modern narratives are often pressured to conform to various ideological stances, much like "The Handmaid's Tale" critiques the potential for conservative ideologies to regressively shape society. Furthermore, resistance is a central theme in both stories. In "There Was Once," the storyteller resists the interlocutor's demands to alter the story. In "The Handmaid's Tale," characters resist the oppressive regime, showing the importance of standing up against controlling narratives. However, while the short story provides a brief commentary, the novel offers an in-depth examination of a dystopian world and its impact on individuals.

Personally, I found the short story "There Was Once" interesting because it cleverly critiques how modern societal pressures influence storytelling. This dialogue-based approach makes the reader reflect on how much we alter stories to fit modern sensibilities. It is relevant to the present context as it addresses ongoing debates about political correctness and inclusivity. This reflects current discussions about representation and the evolving nature of cultural norms.

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This video explores Margaret Atwood's novel The Handmaid's Tale, describing its unique style, color and style. Atwood is best known for his fantasy novels in which he warns people by presenting a dystopian future that seems very close to reality. This book is about a woman's struggle in a brutal society where her humanity, reproduction and freedom are severely limited. The film tells the story of Atwood and his frequent use of dystopian themes to present the negative effects of the present. In addition, Atwood's novel "Once Upon a Time" approaches oppression in a different way. It tells the story of a writer who is constantly surrounded by efforts to make history politically correct and inclusive. This forces the writer to continue improving his story until there is only one word left. This article confronts the demands of political correctness in today's society and shows how these demands can limit creativity. Finally, Atwood subtly minimizes the emphasis on political correctness, implying that it may have led to the loss of the original story and its meaning. Although brief and simple, Once upon a time is fun and practical, and clearly shows the impact of art exhibitions on people. I found it ingenious, fast and accessible, reflecting Atwood's belief that everyone should have books instead of being afraid of offending others.

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The works "The Handmaid's Tale" and "There Was Once" by Margaret Atwood are discussed in the video. Speculative fiction is used in both works to examine social issues. "There Was Once" parodies political correctness by presenting a writer whose story is continuously cut off in an effort to be more inclusive, whereas "The Handmaid's Tale" depicts a woman's struggle in a totalitarian society that regulates women's life. Both tales emphasize issues of suppression and control that are pertinent to the modern world and represent Atwood's writing style and intent. The story did pique my curiosity, and I think it draws in more readers. Increasing our literary expertise is always beneficial!

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Both, the video and the storie show Margaret Atwood's skill in addressing important social issues through storytelling. “There Was Once" humorously critiques the modern habit of changing traditional stories to fit current norms. "The Handmaid's Tale," describes as exploring the dangers of a fundamentalist regime restricting freedoms. Both works show Atwood's critical view on societal control and resistance, but "The Handmaid's Tale" is serious and set in a dystopian future, while "There Was Once" uses quick, witty dialogue to show the absurdity of extreme political correctness. I found the short story interesting because it shows how modern pressures can change narratives, making it relevant to today's issues. The story's sarcastic style keeps readers engaged. In "There Was Once," the constant interruptions and changes to the story reflect the author's intent to question established norms, similar to today's reality where people often change their speech to avoid offending others. Unlike the severe restrictions in "The Handmaid's Tale," the narrator in "There Was Once" is pressured to be politically correct.

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The video of Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale" is a crucial narrative exploring the implications of a Christian fundamentalist regime. Atwood uses a dystopian setting to comment on societal issues, especially the consequences of complacency and the importance of resistance. Her style involves deep character exploration within an oppressive society.

The second story take on traditional fairy tales. The dialogue between the narrator and the critic critiques contemporary societal stereotypes.

So he correct every word the author reads, to convince him to change his own words into something more inclusive with each interruption.

Therefore Both stories critique societal norms, social and political oppression and both focus on women's roles and treatment, challenging stereotypes.

On the other hand The Handmaid's Tale" is serious and dystopian, while the second story is humorous and satirical.

Finally, I find more interesting the second story since I prefer how it mentions the discrimination and the reflection on societal structures and biases in a humorous way. I believe it attracts more the audience.

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"There Was Once," tries to tell a story but it keeps getting interrupted by someone else who insists to change parts to avoid offending anyone. This constant interference shows how people today have to be careful of their words in order not to upset others.

On the other hand, "The Handmaid's Tale" is a novel by Margaret Atwood that shows a future where takes United States is taken over, with women being denied of their rights.

In both stories, characters are restricted and forced to change, but the women in "The Handmaid's Tale" face more severe conditions, like not being allowed to read or move freely. They also address important social issues and show how moving is Atwood to make readers think deeply about these topics.

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Margaret Atwood’s short story "There Was Once" and her novel "The Handmaid’s Tale" both talk about control and prohibitions, but they do it in different ways. In "There Was Once," the author uses humor to show how political correctness can limit what people say. The plot consists of someone who’s trying to tell a story, while at the same time another person interrupts them and changes the words so that no one gets offended. I believe this constant changes make the story lose its original meaning, and I find this really interesting because I feel like it may connect to nowadays issues with free speech and how sometimes we have to be careful with our words in order not to offend anyone. On the other hand, "The Handmaid’s Tale," is a more “serious” novel set in a future where a strict government controls every part of women’s lives. In this novel, women can’t do literally anything freely, which is a scary thought I think serves as a warning about what can happen if we women lose our freedom to strict rules and regulations. All in all, both stories highlight the effects on personal freedom, with Atwood using different styles to discuss important social issues, showing how both humor and serious storytelling can make us think deeply about our society.

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The video talks about "The Handmaid's Tale" written by Margaret Atwood, while it also gives us some information about her typical writing style and the messages that she wants to transmit on her writings.

In fact, "The Handmaid's Tale" is a dystopian novel set in a future totalitarian society called Gilead, where women's rights have been severely restricted. At the same time, this novel is the perfect example of the author’s writing style since it is part of what she calls “speculative fiction”, meaning that it theorizes about possible futures while warning about the ways in which societies can set themselves on the path to destruction (where the actions of a small group have destroyed society as we know it). On the other hand, a completely different situation is presented on the story “There was once”, in which there is a man who is trying to tell a story, but some other person keeps interrupting him and making changes on every word that he uses in order to make the story more inclusive and not to offend anyone. So, in other words, "The Handmaid's Tale" presents oppression and inequality, while in “There was once” the other man tries to make the story more inclusive and suitable for everyone. In my opinion, this is a very comic story and the perfect representation of nowadays society. Since, nowadays, society tries to be more inclusive and not to offend anyone with bad jokes or the wrong words.

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"There Was Once" and "The Handmaid's Tale" both critique societal norms through storytelling and disrupt traditional narratives. "The Handmaid's Tale" is a dystopian novel that explores patriarchal control, showing a woman that struggles with her identity and freedom in a male-dominated society. In contrast, "There Was Once" is a short story that deconstructs a traditional fairy tale to highlight modern issues of gender, race, and socioeconomic status, with a critic that is constantly interrupting and changing the story, so it is more politically correct.

I found "There Was Once" interesting for its clever exposure of how modern sensibilities can sometimes go too far in altering traditional stories. By humorously revising a tale to the point of absurdity, Atwood manages to show how excessive contemporary criticism has become. This encourages readers to consider the balance between evolving narratives for inclusivity and preserving the essence of storytelling.

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The video talks mostly about the author's most popular work "the handmaid's tale" however, from there we can take a look at how and what she writes about. We find out she's keen on talking about dystopian worlds which are often used to criticize contemporanean problematics, in the handmaid's tale she focuses on the feminist wave whereas in "there was once", she focuses on politically correct ways of telling a tale. Both stories are an evaluation to modern themes and even though they are dramatically different when it comes to length (one being two pages long and the other one having chapters to make a series based on it), none of the two find any difficulties to achieve their goal.

The short story is really interesting and I find it perfectly relevant to nowadays context, where everyone is so interested in correcting the ways of others in order for them to sound more politically correct. I personally believe it helps us understand why we should start listening a little bit more to the argument and a little bit less how they describe it. Of course I'm not saying the words you choose are not important at all, but I have found people who would discredit the entirety of an argument just because it uses one politically wrong expression.

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Both works demonstrate Atwood's skill in using fiction to hold a mirror up to society and comment on pressing social issues. "The Handmaid's Tale" is a dystopian novel that serves as a warning about the potential consequences of certain ideological extremes taking hold, particularly when it comes to the domination of women and the stripping away of their rights and freedoms. Through this speculative fiction, Atwood critiques authoritarian regimes, misogyny, and the deterioration of individual liberties.

In contrast, the short story "There Was Once" takes a more satirical approach to examining the constraints placed on freedom of expression in today's climate of political correctness. By representing a storyteller being repeatedly interrupted and forced to modify their tale to avoid causing offense, Atwood highlights how the well-intentioned push for inclusive language can sometimes go too far, leading to self-censorship and the suffocating of creative expression.

Although the two stories have different tones and styles, they both show Atwood's courage in addressing difficult social issues through her writing. Her skill lies in her ability to craft engaging stories that serve as potent allegories and thought-provoking commentaries on the human condition.

I found both stories interesting and relevant to today's world. "The Handmaid's Tale" is a strong warning about the dangers of extreme ideologies and oppressing certain groups. "There Was Once" cleverly criticizes how being too politically correct can limit free speech, showing we need to balance respect with allowing open expression.

In essence, Atwood's writing serves as a reminder of the vital role that literature and art can play in holding up a mirror to society, challenging us to confront uncomfortable truths, and provoking important conversations about the world we inhabit and the future we wish to create.

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Margaret Atwood is known for the speculative fiction stories she does, including the near-future novel, "The Handmaid's Tale". The possible futures in Atwood's novels are usually negative, or dystopian, where the actions of a small group have destroyed society as we know it. Her style can also be seen in her story “There Was Once ”, where the main point is the descontraction of a normal society as it happens in “The Handmaid’s Tale”, where a regime has staged a military coup and established a theocratic government in the United States.

While “The Handmaid’s Tale” is set in the future, the short story has no defined context at all. At the same time, we can see the difference in the narratives, being “The Handmaid’s Tale” being more serious and “There Was Once” being more sarcastic.

I found the short story very interesting and the dialogue hilarious. I felt it was a direct critique of how sensitive narratives have become nowadays, being affected by any cultural or political changes. Ending up affecting all kinds of stories and novels in general to avoid being criticized and instead adapt to the new modernities.

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"There was once" by Margaret Atwood reinterprets classic fairy tales with a modern twist, often adding darker elements or subverting traditional narratives. In contrast, the video "Why should you read The Handmaid's Tale" likely focuses on Atwood's dystopian novel, which critiques societal issues like misogyny and totalitarianism. Both showcase Atwood's knack for weaving thought-provoking narratives, but they differ in genre and thematic exploration. While "There was once" offers a playful reimagining of familiar stories, The Handmaid's Tale delves into the complexities of power, control, and oppression, serving as a poignant commentary on contemporary society.

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The short story "There Was Once" by Margaret Atwood displays a conversation in which one person is continually interrumping the other one who is telling them a story. As the man tries to continue with the story, the other person repeatdely tries to change specific words or phrases of the story to make it more inclusive since they find it unfitting compared to the current social norms and political correctness. As we also have the video, which also talks about one of Margaret Atwood's novels "The Handmaid's Tale," giving us information about her unique writing techniques, it's genre, background story and how her writing skills try to give us a message about our reality by using fiction. "The Handmaid's tale" is a work of speculative fiction set in a dystopian future, which is a genre the author tends to delve into trying to theorize and warn about possible futures in which societies can set themselves on fire. The story focuses on intense and harsh woman struggles in a particular society lead by conservative men that demolishes any women's right , leading to a brutally opressive society with inequality and power control . Both stories offer a critical examinations of societal norms and the treatment of women. While the short story uses humor and exaggeration when trying to constantly modify the story to make the story more socially correct and question conventional narratives, "The Handmaid's Tale" takes a serious and dark side of narration serving as a warning about a possible future in where women loose all their progress, their rights and societal freedoms.

However, as different as the may be, both stories are relevant to the present context as they address ongoing issues about political correctness, social and gender inequality justice and representation. They incite important discussions about our current and future social function.