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Gave them such a Broadside, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
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Gave them such a Broadside, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
KW285471 Gave them such a Broadside, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) published 1896 (litho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
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Bombed Castaways Explosion Gunfire Kayaks Maritime Engagement Overboard Sails Shipwrecked Stranded Natives
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In this print from Robinson Crusoe, we are transported to the heart of a thrilling maritime engagement. The artist, Walter Stanley Paget, skillfully captures the intensity and chaos of battle as a ship finds itself under attack. With billowing sails and plumes of smoke filling the air, it is evident that a fierce explosion has occurred on board. The title "Gave them such a Broadside" hints at the devastating impact of this unexpected assault. As we examine the scene further, we notice castaways desperately clinging to wreckage while others are thrown overboard by the force of the blast. The stranded survivors find themselves in an even more precarious situation as they now face not only their own shipwreck but also hostile natives approaching in kayaks. Paget's attention to detail allows us to feel fully immersed in this dramatic moment. We can almost hear the gunfire echoing across the open sea and sense our hearts racing alongside those caught up in this life-or-death struggle for survival. This illustration serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's vulnerability against nature's wrath and unforeseen circumstances at sea. It encapsulates both adventure and danger within its brushstrokes, leaving us eager to delve deeper into Daniel Defoe's timeless tale through which these events unfold.
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