I clambered to the top of the hill, and perceived two miserable wretches dragged

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I clambered to the top of the hill, and perceived two miserable wretches dragged

KW265403 I clambered to the top of the hill, and perceived two miserable wretches dragged from the boats for slaughter. illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) c.1860s (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

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The captivating print titled "I clambered to the top of the hill, and perceived two miserable wretches dragged from the boats for slaughter" takes us on a visual journey through the pages of Daniel Defoe's timeless classic, Robinson Crusoe. Created in the 1860s by an anonymous English artist, this chromolitho illustration showcases a pivotal moment in the narrative. As we gaze upon this artwork, our eyes are immediately drawn to a lone figure standing atop a rugged hill. This male castaway, marooned on an uninhabited island after surviving a treacherous shipwreck, has become both observer and spy. Clutching his sword tightly and peering through his trusty telescope, he scans the distant coast with intense focus. Intriguingly enough, our attention is then diverted towards two unfortunate souls being forcefully dragged ashore by natives. These pitiful captives symbolize vulnerability amidst adversity - their fate hanging precariously in balance between life and death. The composition beautifully captures contrasting emotions; while one man desperately runs towards safety along the shorelines of freedom, another faces imminent danger at the hands of merciless captors. The tension between hope and despair is palpable within every brushstroke. This remarkable piece not only transports us into Robinson Crusoe's world but also serves as a reminder of humanity's resilience when faced with insurmountable challenges. It invites contemplation about survival against all odds and raises questions about morality in desperate circumstances. Through

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