…one of the coasts of a country that was a lifeboat, and that lifeboat was under siege by people who wanted to be taken on board. She thought to the southern shores of Italy and the boats that came up from the south, crammed with the desperate of North Africa striving to get into Europe. The vessels capsized under their human cargo; there were people in the water, their dream coming to a watery end. How could one turn one's face against all of that? What sort of person would one have to be to sail past?
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In her reflections, the protagonist confronts the harrowing reality of those seeking refuge on Italy's southern shores. She likens the country to a lifeboat besieged by individuals desperate for a chance at a better life. The image of overloaded boats capsizing, resulting in countless lives lost, evokes a deep sense of compassion and urgency. It raises the moral dilemma of how one could possibly ignore the plight of these desperate individuals seeking to escape danger and find safety in Europe.

This painful imagery prompts a profound introspection about humanity and empathy. It challenges the reader to consider the character of those who would merely sail past such a scene without offering help or acknowledgment. The author effectively portrays the emotional weight of the situation, urging the audience to reflect on their values and responsibilities towards those in dire need around the globe.

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