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Olive grove. Olive trees (Olea europea) in an olive grove. Photographed in Albomartes, Granada, Andalucia, Spain, in August

Porlock Ridge, Exmoor, UK
Porlock Ridge, Exmoor, Somerset, UK. This ridge, at Porlock Bay, started forming in the mid Holocene (around 5000 years ago) when sea levels were higher and coastal erosion greater

Meteorites, historical artwork
An iron meteorite, a cut through a Pallasite, an etched cut through an iron meteorite which shows Widmannstätten figures and a black meteor stone which shows an orientation

Stony desert, Morocco
Stony desert. Stony area on the edge of the Sahara Desert. Photographed near Ouazarzade, Morocco, in March

Dwarf Bearded Iris (Iris lutescens) flowering in stony fields on the Gargano Peninsula in Italy

Iris lutescens and Ranunculus
Dwarf Bearded Iris (Iris lutescens) flowering with Buttercups (Ranunculus millefoliatus) in stony fields on the Gargano Peninsula in Italy

Male grey-winged francolin (Scleroptila africanus) standing in the open. The francolin is a gamebird that forages on the ground for insects and seeds

Green-veined white butterflies mating. Green-veined white butterflies (Pieris napi) are common in Europe where they feed on Brassica sp. (cabbage family) plants

Waves breaking on the rocky foreshore at Elgol, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Stony Brook, Long Island
Fire house and main thouroughfare, New Village, Stony Brook, Long Island, New York Date: c.1940s

Lakes / Wrynose Pass
A wild part of the English Lake District, descending the steep, stony Wrynose Pass, to Wrynose Bottom, with Hardknott Pass, Cumbria, in the distance

Jeep driving on stone desert, Akakus, Sahara desert, Fezzan, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Large mountain scree slope at about 11, 000 feet, Bullion Lake-Porphyry area, San Juan Mountains, Colorado, USA
ROG-13784 Large mountain scree slope at about 11, 000 feet, Bullion Lake-Porphyry area San Juan Mountains, Colorado, USA Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Stony desert or Hamada west of Ouazarzade on the edge of the Sahara, south Morocco
ROG-13558 Stony desert or Hamada west of Ouazarzade on the edge of the Sahara south Morocco. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

New Zealand - deserted pebble beach at low tide near Punakaiki - South Island
MAB-625 New Zealand - deserted pebble beach at low tide near Punakaiki - South Island Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Camp in palm trees at Mihad Salah, Draa Valley, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Bare tree on stony outcrop, Parwich, Hartington, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England, UK, Europe

THE SOWER
a Sower Went Forth to Sow... and some Fell Upon Stony Ground

General Wayne storming the fort at Stony Point
General Anthony Wayne storming the British-held fort at Stony Point, New York state

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"Stony: A Journey Through Time and Space" Embark on a captivating journey through the ages, where stony landscapes reveal tales of wonder and intrigue. From the majestic Snowdon Mountain Railway train chugging up the Llanberis path, to the breathtaking summit of Snowdon in Snowdonia National Park, nature's grandeur unfolds before your eyes. In Ireland's Burren region, discover the enigmatic Sheela-na-Gig adorning a church wall in Killinaboy. This ancient stone carving holds secrets from Europe's past, inviting us to ponder its mysterious origins. Delve into thought-provoking narratives like Octavia Butler's "Parable of the Sower, " where words etched in stone carry profound messages about humanity's future. And let us not forget the extraordinary Nakhla meteorite that crashed down from space onto Earth, leaving scientists astounded by its rocky wonders. Travel across continents to Cebu City in the Philippines and witness a monument standing tall before Fort San Pedro. Its stony presence serves as a reminder of historical events that shaped this vibrant city. Venture further to explore Utah's Arches National Park, where nature has sculpted an awe-inspiring Parade of Elephants rock formation out of red sandstone. Marvel at these magnificent creations that stand as testaments to time itself. Journey back through history with glimpses into ancient Egypt; behold the mighty Pyramid and Great Sphinx rising proudly against Cairo’s skyline. These iconic structures embody human ingenuity harnessed by stonemasons centuries ago. Capture moments frozen in time with Picture No. 11071225 – an image that encapsulates emotions within its stony frame forevermore. And let us not overlook Stony Stratford’s High Street during early 1900s; witness life bustling amidst charming buildings while a mail coach traverses this historic route.