Prompt:Through a detailed analysis of the “Historical Notes” in The Handmaid’s Tale, explain how the “Notes” address and develop the concerns of the main narrative (Offred’s story). How and in what ways are the Historical Notes essential to understanding the central themes of the novel? In order to make your argument, you will want to discuss Offred’s narrative in depth. You may find it helpful to draw upon Atwood’s introduction to help support your claims.