Swift Collection

Ichthyosaurs leaping in the air, artwork
Ichthyosaurs leaping in the air. Artwork of Ichthyosaurus marine reptiles jumping from the sea. Ichthyosaurs were a type of marine reptile

Common swifts (Apus apus) flying overhead, Wiltshire, UK, June. Digital composite image

Gulliver in Lilliput
Gulliver is tied down by the people of Lilliput

Swift (Apus apus) flock screaming in flight against blue sky and clouds, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, July

Swift Apus apus UK

Female munitions workers. By Fortunio Matania
As it became clear there would be no decisive swift victory for either side in World War I, the constant demand for munitions increased

Gulliver in Brobdingnag
He is tormented by the Kings jester, who is jealous of his small size

HMS Swift, British destroyer leader, WW1
HMS Lord Nelson, British predreadnought battleship, launched 1906, served in the First World War, decommissioned 1919. Date: early 20th century

Swift Several in flight
AEB-201 Common SWIFTS Several in flight Apus apus Elizabeth Bomford Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Grey-rumped Tree Swift
Illustration of a Grey-rumped Tree Swift by William Swainson (1789-1855)

Swift In Flight Farmoor Resevoir, Oxon - UK
RES-189-m Common SWIFT - In Flight Farmoor Reservoir, Oxon - UK Apus apus George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Swift In Flight Farmoor Resevoir, Oxon - UK
RES-188-m Common SWIFT - In Flight Farmoor Reservoir, Oxon - UK Apus apus George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Swift (Apus apus), adult

Common Swift Apus apus Norfolk summer

Gulliver Tied / Lilliput
Gulliver is tied up by the people of Lilliput: " I attempted to rise, but was not able to stir."

Lilliputians / Sneezing
A couple of inquisitive Lilliputians climb inside Gullivers snuff box & sneeze & sneeze

Supermarine Swift F4

Chicago Stockyards
Cattle awaiting slaughter in the Union Stock Yards, Chicago - note the boards for Armour and Swift

Gulliver / Lilliput / Sport
Gulliver watches the sports of the courtiers

Gulliver / Houyhnhnnms
The Houyhnhnm graciously permits Gulliver to kiss his hoof

Gulliver / Blefuscudian
Gulliver captures the Blefuscudian fleet

Gullivers Travels by Johnathan Swift
3750919 Gullivers Travels by Johnathan Swift by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); (add.info.: Gullivers Travels by Johnathan Swift. First Published in 1726. Caption: The review of the troops)

Central Parade, Deal, England
Central Parade, Deal, near Dover, Kent, England. Showing a Swift Vintage Car. Date: 1920s

Alpine Swift RFP 543 Punta del Hidalgo, Tenerife. Apus melba © R. F. Porter / ARDEA LONDON
RFP-543 Alpine SWIFTS - in flight Punta del Hidalgo, Tenerife. Apus melba Richard Porter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Gulliver / Servants / Lillip
He is given six hundred servants to wait on him

SWIFT, Jonathan (1667-1745). Irish clergy and satirist writer. Portrait as dean of St
CUL4854715 SWIFT, Jonathan (1667-1745). Irish clergy and satirist writer. Portrait as dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral of Dublin after painting of Charles Jervas (1675-1739). Engraving

Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica 1, swift, Apus apus 2, house martin, Delichon urbicum, 3, sand martin, Riparia riparia 4
FLO4573996 Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica 1, swift, Apus apus 2, house martin, Delichon urbicum, 3, sand martin, Riparia riparia 4, and nightjar, Caprimulgus europaeus 5

The smaller birds did not appear to be at all afraid of me. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag
2963132 The smaller birds did not appear to be at all afraid of me. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan

These gentlemen made an exact inventory of everything they saw. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963121 These gentlemen made an exact inventory of everything they saw. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo ©

Producing his credentials under the signet royal. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963118 Producing his credentials under the signet royal. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Three hundred tailors were employed to make me clothes. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963116 Three hundred tailors were employed to make me clothes. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary

I set sail at six in the morning. Gulliver leaving Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875
2963114 I set sail at six in the morning. Gulliver leaving Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

A mighty concourse of people appeared upon my arrival, full of wonder at the sight of so prodigious a vessel
2963109 A mighty concourse of people appeared upon my arrival, full of wonder at the sight of so prodigious a vessel. Gulliver arriving at the port of Blefuscu

This gracious princess held out her little finger towards me. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag
2963137 This gracious princess held out her little finger towards me. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary

Some of them seized my cake and carried it piecemeal away. Gulliver attacked by giant insects during his voyage to
2963133 Some of them seized my cake and carried it piecemeal away. Gulliver attacked by giant insects during his voyage to Brobdingnag

He made me observe the several methods used by farmers in managing their lands. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa
2963125 He made me observe the several methods used by farmers in managing their lands. From Gulliver's voyage to Laputa

SWIFT, Jonathan (1667-1745). Irish clergy and satirist writer. Author of " Gulliver's Travels" in 1726
CUL4858366 SWIFT, Jonathan (1667-1745). Irish clergy and satirist writer. Author of " Gulliver's Travels" in 1726. Sapnish copy of an engraving of Bolt. Engraving

She took me in her own hand and carried me to the king. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag
2963136 She took me in her own hand and carried me to the king. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

They concluded unanimously that I was only relplum scalcath. Gulliver being examined by three philosophers
2963135 They concluded unanimously that I was only relplum scalcath. Gulliver being examined by three philosophers. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag

I could only revenge myself by calling him brother. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag
2963134 I could only revenge myself by calling him brother. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Her Imperial Majesty was pleased to smile very graciously upon me. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963123 Her Imperial Majesty was pleased to smile very graciously upon me. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo

The Diversions of the Court of Lilliput. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963122 The Diversions of the Court of Lilliput. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Pushing them forward with the butt ends of their pikes into my reach. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963120 Pushing them forward with the butt ends of their pikes into my reach. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary

A new set of ghosts served up the meat and waited at the table. From Gulliver's voyage to Glubbdubdrib
2963111 A new set of ghosts served up the meat and waited at the table. From Gulliver's voyage to Glubbdubdrib, an island of sorcerers and magicians

I observed the noise and flutter. Gulliver being carried in a box by a giant eagle during his voyage to Brobdingnag
2963129 I observed the noise and flutter. Gulliver being carried in a box by a giant eagle during his voyage to Brobdingnag

The next morning at sunrise we continued our march. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput
2963119 The next morning at sunrise we continued our march. From Gulliver's voyage to Lilliput. Illustration from Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary

Reaching one of his paws in at the door, as a cat does when she plays with a mouse
2963113 Reaching one of his paws in at the door, as a cat does when she plays with a mouse. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag

They were the most mortifying sight I ever beheld. The name struldbrug is given to those humans in the nation of
2963110 They were the most mortifying sight I ever beheld. The name struldbrug is given to those humans in the nation of Luggnagg who are born seemingly normal, but are in fact immortal

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"Captivating Swiftness: A Journey Through Time and Imagination" As common swifts gracefully soar overhead in Wiltshire, UK, during a balmy June day, one cannot help but be captivated by their agility. This digital composite image transports us into a world where these magnificent creatures dominate the skies. Just like Gulliver in Lilliput, we are reminded of the power of perspective. The tiny Swift Apus apus holds its own amidst giants, showcasing its resilience and adaptability. In another realm altogether, Fortunio Matania's depiction of female munitions workers reminds us that swiftness is not limited to flight alone. These women exemplify the determination and efficiency required during times of war. HMS Swift emerges from history as a British destroyer leader during World War I. Its name symbolizes both speed and strength - qualities necessary for success on tumultuous seas. Swift Several in flight showcase the beauty of unity as they navigate through vast expanses together. Their synchronized movements leave us in awe of nature's wonders. The Grey-rumped Tree Swift takes our breath away with its elegance as it effortlessly glides through dense foliage. It serves as a reminder that swiftness can also be found within serene environments. At Farmoor Reservoir in Oxon-UK, we witness yet again the mesmerizing sight of swifts soaring freely against an open sky backdrop. Their presence ignites our imagination and fills us with wonderment. Recalling scenes from Gulliver's Travels once more, we envision Lilliputians sneezing at incredible speeds – an amusing testament to how even small beings possess remarkable quickness when faced with unexpected circumstances. Returning to Farmoor Reservoir once more, this time alongside Gulliver himself amongst Blefuscudians; we are transported back into Jonathan Swift's literary masterpiece where size becomes irrelevant compared to the boundless potential of the human mind.