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The Factory in which Livingstone Worked as a Piecer (engraving)
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The Factory in which Livingstone Worked as a Piecer (engraving)
663942 The Factory in which Livingstone Worked as a Piecer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Factory in which Livingstone Worked as a Piecer. Illustration from Heroes of Britain in Peace and War by Edwin Hodder (Cassell, c 1890). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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David Livingstone Livingstone Worked
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This engraving transports us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of industrialization. The Factory in which Livingstone Worked as a Piecer depicts an English factory where David Livingstone, renowned explorer and missionary, once toiled as a piecer. The image showcases the immense scale of the factory, with towering chimneys billowing smoke into the sky. Rows upon rows of windows suggest countless workers laboring inside. Amidst this bustling scene, we see Livingstone himself—a figure both ordinary and extraordinary—engaged in his daily tasks. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched onto paper seems to convey not only the physicality of the factory but also its oppressive atmosphere. Shadows cast by machinery create an eerie ambiance while emphasizing the relentless pace at which work was carried out. Livingstone's presence in this engraving adds depth and significance to our understanding of his life before he became one of Britain's greatest explorers. It serves as a poignant reminder that even those who would go on to achieve greatness often begin their journey from humble beginnings. As we contemplate this powerful image, it prompts us to reflect on how far society has come since then—the progress made in terms of workers' rights and living conditions—and reminds us never to take these advancements for granted.
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