Inadequate Collection

Un homme dans ses petits souliers, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Un homme dans ses petits souliers, 19th century. Smartly-dressed man facing scruffier man holding a pair of boots. The French phrase etre dans ses petits souliers translates as feeling small

SVEN HEDIN TO TIBET - 3
The expedition sets out by camel caravan across the Gobi Desert : due to inadequate planning, all but Hedin and two companions die of thirst. Date: 1899-1900

Ponds Cold Cream as sun protection
Advertisement for Ponds Cold Cream, suggesting that, if applied before exposure (to the sun), prevents the skin from becoming dry and burnt. I m not entirely convinced by this claim. Date: 1930

Magnesium flash 1865
Magnesium flash demonstrated at Birmingham : this device will, it is claimed, enable photographers to operate even when the ambient light is inadequate Date: 1865

HUSBAND / WIFE / OGRE 1868
Bewhiskered ogre of a husband threatens his small and meek looking wife with his fist! Date: 1868

Karl Jo. Schonherr
KARL JOHAN SCHONHERR Swedish naturalist, who devised a system of classification, but it was considered inadequate

Manpowered Project 1922
A grinning cyclist tries to get his glider airborne at the Parc des Princes stadium, Paris - but his wing is woefully inadequate to carry so much weight

Bullying Husband / Watson
Bewhiskered ogre of a husband threatens his small and meek looking wife with his fist!

Fairies on Beach
Three fairies with very tiny wings, clearly inadequate for the purpose of flight, run happily along a sandy beach

ICARUS
Icarus, with a quite inadequate pair of wings

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"Inadequate: Unveiling the untold stories of adventure, innovation, and resilience. " Embarking on his third expedition to Tibet, Sven Hedin defied all odds in his quest for discovery and enlightenment. Who would have thought that Ponds Cold Cream could serve as an unexpected shield against the scorching sun rays? A surprising revelation that redefined sun protection. In 1865, a blinding magnesium flash illuminated the world of photography forever. Capturing moments with unparalleled brilliance became possible thanks to this groundbreaking invention. The year 1868 witnessed a peculiar tale of love gone awry - a husband and wife entangled in an extraordinary encounter with an ogre. An inadequate match indeed. Imagine being a hopeless plumber faced with a flooded house. This unfortunate predicament tested one's skills and determination to overcome adversity. Hampton Court Bridge stood tall as both a symbol of architectural marvels and human ingenuity. Its construction showcased how even seemingly inadequate resources can create wonders. In 1922, the manpowered project captivated hearts worldwide by showcasing what collective effort can achieve when fueled by determination and perseverance. Bullying husbands are like dark clouds overshadowing lives. Watson's story sheds light on standing up against such inadequacies to reclaim dignity and self-worth. Karl Jo. Schonherr's remarkable journey epitomizes triumph over personal limitations; proving that even perceived inadequacies cannot hinder one from reaching great heights. Fairies frolicking on the beach might seem like mere figments of imagination, but their presence reminds us that magic exists within our own perceptions – sometimes revealing beauty where we least expect it. ICARUS serves as an eternal reminder of humanity's audacious spirit; pushing boundaries despite knowing our own limitations, and is through embracing our inadequacies that we soar towards greatness.