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English tourists in a boat riding the whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba, Scotland
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English tourists in a boat riding the whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba, Scotland
6337611 English tourists in a boat riding the whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba, Scotland by Read, William (19th century); (add.info.: English tourists in a boat riding the whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba, Scotland. Doctor Prosody in peril at Corryvreckan. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by William Read from William Combes The Tour of Doctor Prosody, in search of the Antique and the Picturesque, through Scotland, the Hebrides, the Orkney and Shetland Isles, Matthew Illy, London, 1821.); © Florilegius
Media ID 25136160
© Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Channel Currents Danger English Tourists Jura Parody Picaresque Sailboat Samuel Johnson Tartan The Hebrides The Orkney And Shetland Isles The Tour Of Doctor Prosody Through Scotland Waves Whirlpool Copperplate Engraving Handcoloured Scarba William Read
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 19th century as we witness a group of adventurous English tourists braving the treacherous whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba in Scotland. The handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by William Read, depicts a scene from "The Tour of Doctor Prosody" where our protagonist finds himself in peril amidst the powerful currents and raging waves. As we gaze upon this illustration, we can almost feel the tension and danger that surrounds these brave souls. The swirling waters threaten to engulf their sailboat while a tugboat anxiously watches on, ready to lend assistance if needed. It is a moment frozen in time that captures both the awe-inspiring beauty and terrifying power of nature. This image serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal fascination with pushing boundaries and seeking adventure. It also pays homage to Samuel Johnson's famous quote about Corryvreckan being one of nature's most formidable sights. Through its vivid colors and intricate details, this handcoloured engraving transports us into an era long gone but forever preserved within its lines. It invites us to ponder on our own thirst for exploration and reminds us that even in moments of great peril, there is beauty to be found.
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