Adventurer Collection

Flying Officer W E Johns - Biggles stories in Modern Boy
Advertisement in The Modern Boy magazine for the forthcoming series of stories written by Flying Officer W. E. Johns concerning the wartime adventures of Captain James Bigglesworth

Count of St Germain, French alchemist
Count of St Germain (c.1712-1784), French alchemist. St Germain was a French courtier and adventurer who rose to prominence in Europe in the mid-18th century

Sir Richard Burton in India, 1800s
British explorer Richard Burton in native Indian dress, 1848. Hand-colored half tone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Leander Starr Jameson
SIR LEANDER STARR JAMESON known as Dr Jameson Scottish-born physician; adventurer and administrator in South Africa

William Walker
WILLIAM WALKER American adventurer President of Nicaragua finally shot after a remarkable career

Beryl Markham (1902 1986), British-born Kenyan author, aviator, adventurer, and racehorse trainer. Photographed here, just after flying from Abingdon to Cape Breton Island

CHINESE CONJURERS. Chinese conjurers as described by 14th century Arabian traveler, Ibn Battuta. One man climbs a rope into the sky

Robert Falcon Scott - at the Antarctic
Scott of the Antarctic. Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868 - 1912) - who lost his life in an ill-fated race to be the first person to reach the South Pole

YANG CHANG-MEI (d. 1862). Chinese wife of American military adventurer, Frederick Townsend Ward (1831-1862)

Norway, Troms, Lyngen Alps. Travel over the mountains of the Lyngen Alps via dog sled guided by veteran explorer Per Thore Hansen. (MR)

Arthur Rimbaud, French poet and adventurer, 1870. Rimbauds (1854-1891) career as a poet was brief but dazzling. He wrote his last poem at the age of 19

Sir Walter Raleigh
SIR WALTER RALEIGH adventurer and historian Date: 1554 - 1618

ROYAL CHARTER, 1670. King Charles II of England granting a charter to the governor and company of adventurers of England trading into Hudsons Bay, 2 May 1670

T Von Neuhoff / Magasin Pi
THEODOR VON NEUHOFF German adventurer who became THEODORE I, King of Corsica

Portrait bust of Casanova, adventurer and author
Portrait bust of Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798), Italian adventurer and author

Gaston Tissandier
3586337 Gaston Tissandier; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Gaston Tissandier (1843-1899) a French chemist, meteorologist, aviator and editor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Adventurer, l'Aventurier, 16th century. In feather hat, short cape, doublet and hose, buckle shoes, with sword
5912947 Adventurer, l'Aventurier, 16th century. In feather hat, short cape, doublet and hose, buckle shoes, with sword, horn and stick. Ship exploding in the background

Isabel, Lady Burton, 1831- 1896, nee Isabel Arundell
5614384 Isabel, Lady Burton, 1831- 1896, nee Isabel Arundell; (add.info.: Isabel, Lady Burton, 1831- 1896, nee Isabel Arundell)

Francois Cabarrus
5305275 Francois Cabarrus.; (add.info.: Portrait of Francois Cabarrus (1752-1810) a French adventurer and Spanish financier. Dated 18th Century. 1788); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Gaston Tissandier
3586341 Gaston Tissandier; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Gaston Tissandier (1843-1899) a French chemist, meteorologist, aviator and editor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Gaston Tissandier
3586340 Gaston Tissandier; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Gaston Tissandier (1843-1899) a French chemist, meteorologist, aviator and editor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Charles de Varigny
3586286 Charles de Varigny; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles de Varigny (1829-1899) a French adventurer, diplomat, translator and writer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Arthur Jeremy Mounteney Jephson, publ. 1890 (print)
5242622 Arthur Jeremy Mounteney Jephson, publ. 1890 (print) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: accompanied Sir Henry Morton Stanley on the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition)

Sir Gawen Carew or Gavin Carew, Broker to King Henry VIII. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi
FLO4638356 Sir Gawen Carew or Gavin Carew, Broker to King Henry VIII. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein from Facsimiles of Original Drawings by Hans Holbein

After the disillusionment
Jan Scheunders

Illustration of Paul Boyton (Boynton) (1848-1924), known as the Fearless Frogman
5669241 Illustration of Paul Boyton (Boynton) (1848-1924), known as the Fearless Frogman, was a showman and adventurer some credit as having spurred worldwide interest in water sports as a hobby

Watercolour depicting Joun. ca. 1834 by William Henry Bartlett. (1809 - 1854). Brown ink and wash
5306129 Watercolour depicting Joun. ca. 1834 by William Henry Bartlett. (1809 - 1854). Brown ink and wash; (add.info.: Watercolour depicting Joun. ca. 1834 by William Henry Bartlett. (1809 - 1854)

Beetles
Marcel Rebro

Climbers
Marcel Rebro

harmony
Damon Hao

dangerous slope
mihai ian nedelcu

Spraying in the wind with Charles Navillod
Tristan Shu

Preikestolen
Javier Puyó

NO FEAR
Olavo Azevedo

Ice Cliff Climbing-1
Ryu Shin Woo

Wait with me
Alejandro Fernández Muñoz

Pakistan K2《巨龙焰火》 
qiye

The sky is a neighborhood
Lior Yaakobi

Selions（陈磊）

Mars Landing
Michael Zheng

Smoky Valley
Aidong Ning

Octopuses Garden
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Ilan Ben Tov

Marocko
Clas Gustafson PRO

Step by step
Sandi Bertoncelj

Illuminated by the freezing light
Peter Svoboda MQEP

Frozen stream in the melting glacier
Peter Svoboda MQEP

Majestic lightshow
Sandi Bertoncelj

The Explorer
Csaba Tokolyi

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"Unveiling the Untamed Spirit: Tales of Extraordinary Adventurers" Embark on a thrilling journey through time and space as we delve into the captivating lives of adventurers who dared to challenge the limits of human exploration. From legendary figures to unsung heroes, their stories continue to inspire generations with their audacity, resilience, and insatiable thirst for discovery. Flying Officer W E Johns - Biggles stories in Modern Boy: Immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of aviation as Flying Officer W E Johns takes you soaring through the skies alongside his iconic character, Biggles. Brace yourself for heart-stopping aerial escapades that will leave you breathless. Count of St Germain, French alchemist: Unlock the secrets of immortality as we unravel the enigmatic life of Count St Germain. This elusive figure traversed continents and centuries, leaving behind whispers of alchemical prowess and an aura shrouded in mystique. Sir Richard Burton in India, 1800s: Step back in time to witness Sir Richard Burton's intrepid exploits across colonial India. As he delved deep into its vibrant culture and uncharted territories, his remarkable encounters shed light on a bygone era filled with intrigue and adventure. Leander Starr Jameson: Join forces with Leander Starr Jameson as he leads daring expeditions into Africa's unexplored heartlands. His indomitable spirit ignited revolutions while etching his name among history's most audacious explorers. William Walker: Venture alongside William Walker as he embarks on audacious conquests throughout Latin America during turbulent times. Witness how this controversial adventurer left an indelible mark on nations struggling for independence. Beryl Markham: Experience Beryl Markham's extraordinary journey from pioneering aviator to fearless bush pilot navigating Africa's treacherous landscapes. Her unwavering determination shattered gender barriers while showcasing her unparalleled courage amidst adversity. Robert Falcon Scott - at the Antarctic.