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Beach Groyne
A study of the old groyne (a low wooden wall or barrier built into the sea from a beach), Worthing, Sussex, England. Date: 1960s
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Barrier Coast Line Groyne Phenomena Poles Stakes Staves Study Worthing
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Study of the Old Groynes: A Timeless Barrier Against the Sea, Worthing, Sussex, England, 1960s 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of the old groyne at Worthing Beach, Sussex, England, during the 1960s. The groyne, a low, wooden wall built into the sea from the beach, is a natural phenomenon that has long played a crucial role in protecting the coastline from erosion. 3. Scene: The image showcases the groyne's intricate design, with its rows of poles, stakes, and staves, all weathered and worn by the relentless action of the sea. The wooden structure, which appears to be in a state of decay, stands as a testament to the enduring power of nature and the human ingenuity that seeks to tame it. 4. Setting: The scene is set against the backdrop of a moody, overcast day, with the sky filled with ominous clouds and the sea churning with white-capped waves. The natural scenery is raw and untamed, and the groyne, with its unassuming presence, serves as a stark contrast to the wild, untamed forces of the sea. 5. Historical Significance: The old groyne at Worthing Beach is a relic of a bygone era, a reminder of a time when the relationship between humans and the natural world was more intimate and less commercialized. It is a study in the natural phenomena that shape our coastlines and the human efforts to mitigate their effects. 6. Conclusion: This photograph, with its hauntingly beautiful imagery, invites us to reflect on the delicate balance between nature and human intervention, and the enduring power of the sea. It is a poignant reminder of the past and a call to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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