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English tourists attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys

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English tourists attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys

English tourists losing hats and wigs when attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys. Seabirds protecting their nests and eggs. Doctor Prosody attacked by Soland fowl in the Orkneys. 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

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Antique Attacked Channel Currents Danger Doctor Hebrides Isles Johnson Jura Orkney Orkneys Parody Peril Picaresque Prosody Read Sailboat Samuel Search Shetland Strait Tartan Tourists Waves Whirlpool Gannets Scarba


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In this intriguing handcoloured copperplate engraving from "The Tour of Doctor Prosody" by William Combes, published in London in 1821, we find English tourists in peril as they are attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkney Islands. The scene depicts a small sailboat navigating through the treacherous waters of the Orkney Straight, with the towering cliffs of Jura and Scarba in the background. The tourists, some wearing hats and wigs, are seen frantically trying to protect themselves from the aggressive seabirds, who are fiercely guarding their nests and eggs. Doctor Prosody, the protagonist of the travelogue, can be seen in the foreground, being attacked by Soland fowl, adding another layer of danger to their already precarious journey. The Orkneys, known for their rugged terrain and unpredictable weather, pose numerous hazards to sailors and travelers, including whirlpools, riptides, and dangerous currents. The illustration, drawn and engraved by William Read, captures the sense of adventure and peril that comes with exploring the Scottish Isles. The tourists' disheveled appearance and the chaotic scene around them add to the caricatured and picaresque tone of the travelogue. The Orkneys, with their unique beauty and natural wonders, continue to attract visitors from around the world, who come to experience the thrill of navigating their waters and witnessing the incredible wildlife that calls them home. This engraving is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the dangers and delights of travel in the early 19th century. It also serves as a reminder of the power and majesty of nature, and the importance of respecting it.

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