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CHT135678 Hanging on by one Hand Between the Baggage Car, illustration from Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne (1828-1905) engraved by P. Louis, 1873 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Benett, Hippolyte Leon (1839-1917); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Hanging on by one Hand Between the Baggage Car - A Thrilling Adventure in Motion
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to the 19th century, where danger and excitement awaited at every turn. The image depicts a heart-stopping moment from Jules Verne's timeless masterpiece, "Around the World in Eighty Days". As our eyes wander across the print, we witness a brave soul clinging onto life with just one hand between two speeding train cars. The engraving skillfully captures the intensity of this perilous act, as if frozen in time. The chain of events leading up to this scene remains unknown, leaving us intrigued and hungry for more details. Was it an act of desperation? Or perhaps a daredevil stunt born out of sheer audacity? Whatever the reason may be, there is no denying that this individual possesses nerves of steel. Leaning precariously over the edge while gripping onto his only lifeline – a buffer connecting both carriages – he defies gravity itself. This breathtaking display showcases not only human resilience but also serves as a testament to mankind's insatiable thirst for adventure. With each passing second captured within this frame, we can almost feel our hearts racing alongside him. It is through such extraordinary moments that ordinary lives transform into legends. This remarkable print from Fine Art Finder reminds us that sometimes it takes great risk to truly experience life's exhilarating highs. So let us hold on tight and embark on our own
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