Quote by William Hull

Captain Hale, alone, without sympathy or support, save that from above, on the near approach of death asked for a clergyman to attend him. It was refused. He then requested a Bible that too was refused by his inhuman jailer.


Captain Hale, alone, without sympathy or support, save that

Summary

This quote highlights the tragic ending of Captain Hale's life and the lack of empathy shown towards him in his final moments. Despite facing death alone, Hale seeks solace from above by asking for a clergyman to be present. However, his request is callously denied. He then turns to spirituality by requesting a Bible, but even this basic comfort is cruelly withheld by his jailer. The quote portrays the immense inhumanity and disregard for Hale's emotional and spiritual needs, amplifying the sense of isolation and injustice he experienced before his execution.

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Sympathy
By William Hull
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