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Frontispiece illustration, The Ice Desert, by Jules Verne
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Frontispiece illustration, The Ice Desert, by Jules Verne
Frontispiece illustration, The Ice Desert, by Jules Verne -- He had plunged his knife up to the hilt in the animals throat. Date: circa 1900
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Adventure Arctic Bear Bears Cold Creature Desert Exploration Jules Lock Polar Pole Publisher Publishers Publishing Struggle Ward Wild
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This evocative frontispiece illustration, titled "The Ice Desert," was created for the 1900 edition of Jules Verne's classic novel "The Ice Spy" or "The Ice Deluge," translated into English from the original French title "L'Écrasement de l'Orion." The image captures a pivotal moment from the story, as a brave explorer, dressed in Edwardian attire, stands over a polar bear he has just subdued with his hunting knife. The icy landscape around them is barren and desolate, with towering ice formations and a vast, frozen sea stretching out in the background. Published during the height of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, when exploration and adventure were popular themes, this illustration reflects the spirit of discovery and the fascination with the unknown that characterized the period. The image also underscores the harsh realities of life in the Arctic, where man and nature were in a constant struggle for survival. The publisher of this edition is not known, but it is likely that the illustration was created by a skilled artist or engraver, who brought Verne's vivid descriptions of the Arctic wilderness to life. The image is a testament to the power of the written word and the role of illustrations in enhancing the reading experience. Today, it remains an intriguing glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of polar exploration and the intrepid adventurers who dared to venture into the unknown.
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