Dear life Quote by Lawrence Hill
““We, the survivors of the crossing, clung to the beast that had stolen us away. Not a soul among us had wanted to baord that ship, but once out on open waters, we held on for dear life. The ship became an extension of our own rotting bodies. Those who were cut from the heaving animal sank quick to their deaths, and we who remained attached wilted more slow as poison festered in our bellies and bowels. We stayed with the beast until new lands met our feet, and we stumbled down the long plants just before the poison became fatal. Perhaps here in this new land, we would keep living.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Negroes, 2007
Survivors cling to a dangerous vessel, enduring hardship until reaching new land.
In simple terms: They hold onto a harmful ship for survival.
Key Takeaway
Endure hardship for hope of safety.
Themes
survival
migration
resilience
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- refugee journey
- disaster evacuation
- long trek
- colonial travel
Key Concepts
human endurance
psychological strain
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people to stay with a failing system?
- When is it time to abandon a harmful path?
A Different Perspective
Clinging may cause further harm.
