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The Full Moon in the Time of Autumn Twilight, c1908, (1909)
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The Full Moon in the Time of Autumn Twilight, c1908, (1909)
The Full Moon in the Time of Autumn Twilight. Cape Barne on the Left. Inaccessible Island on the Right, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, 1907-1909, he and three companions established a new record, Farthest South latitude at 88° S, only 97 geographical miles (112 statute miles, or 180 km) from the South Pole, the largest advance to the pole in exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano in the Antarctic. Shackleton was knighted by King Edward VII for these achievements. He died during his third and last oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition, aged 47. Illustration from The Heart of the Antarctic, Vol. I, by E. H. Shackleton, C.V.O. [William Heinemann, London, 1909]
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This print titled "The Full Moon in the Time of Autumn Twilight, c1908" takes us back to a moment frozen in time during Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton's second Antarctic expedition. The image showcases the full moon shining brightly amidst the autumn twilight, casting an ethereal glow over Cape Barne on the left and Inaccessible Island on the right. Ernest Shackleton was no ordinary explorer; he made history by venturing closer to the South Pole than anyone before him. His team achieved a remarkable feat by reaching 88° S, just 97 geographical miles away from their ultimate goal. This record-breaking accomplishment earned them well-deserved recognition and admiration. In addition to conquering new frontiers, Shackleton's team also scaled Mount Erebus, one of Antarctica's most active volcanoes. Their bravery and determination were unparalleled as they explored this harsh yet mesmerizing landscape. Tragically, Shackleton's life was cut short during his third expedition at only 47 years old. However, his legacy lives on through this stunning photograph that captures both scientific exploration and natural beauty. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece from "The Heart of the Antarctic" we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our solar system and its vast mysteries. Let it serve as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always room for discovery and wonderment within our world.
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