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I Stood Like One Thunderstruck, illustration from Robinson Crusoe
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I Stood Like One Thunderstruck, illustration from Robinson Crusoe
KW280630 I Stood Like One Thunderstruck, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) published by Cassell and Company, 1896 (litho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12794465
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Castaway Desert Island Horror Lost Marooned Rags Shipwrecked Skins Stranded Survivor Tropical Island
I Stood Like One Thunderstruck
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captures the essence of Robinson Crusoe's harrowing journey on a tropical island. In this illustration from Daniel Defoe's timeless novel, we witness the protagonist standing alone on the beach, his face etched with fear and horror. The artist, Walter Stanley Paget, skillfully brings to life the emotions that consume Crusoe as he grapples with his newfound reality as a castaway. Dressed in tattered skins and rags, Crusoe is portrayed as a survivor against all odds. His gun rests firmly by his side, symbolizing both protection and isolation. The desolate landscape surrounding him serves as a constant reminder of his shipwrecked fate. Paget's attention to detail transports us into this deserted world; every grain of sand seems tangible beneath our feet. As we gaze at this print, we are transported into Crusoe's psyche – feeling marooned alongside him on that unforgiving shore. The image evokes a sense of vulnerability but also resilience in its portrayal of an ordinary man thrust into extraordinary circumstances. It reminds us that even in the face of adversity, there is strength within us waiting to be discovered. This powerful illustration not only pays homage to Defoe's literary masterpiece but also stands alone as a testament to human endurance and survival against insurmountable odds.
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