Life — March 15, 1929 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a dramatic scene of someone dangling from a rope between tall buildings in what appears to be an urban canyon. The figure at the bottom—seemingly safe on a rooftop or ledge—shouts "Come back here you coward!" to the person suspended above. The satire appears to address cowardice or fear in a high-stakes situation. The irony is that the person on solid ground calls the suspended figure a coward, when the latter is literally taking the more dangerous position. This likely satirizes political or social figures who make bold accusations while remaining safely protected themselves, or perhaps critiques those who verbally challenge others while avoiding personal risk. The artist's signature appears to be "C.B. Fuller" or similar.