Herman Collection (#11)

BENJAMIN BRITTEN (1913-1976). English composer. E. M. Forster, Benjamin Britten
BENJAMIN BRITTEN (1913-1976). English composer. E.M. Forster, Benjamin Britten, and Eric Crozier at work on the libretto of Billy Budd, an adaptation of Herman Melvilles novella. Photograph, 1950

WOODROW CHARLES HERMAN (1913-1987). Known as Woody. American musician. Photographed in the late 1930s

FILM: WOMAN IN THE MOON. Scene from Woman in the Moon (1929), showing a technician with a model of the spaceship Friede. Directed by Fritz Lang; cowritten by Lang and German physicist Hermann Oberth

LENA RIVERS, 1925. Herman Lieb and Gladys Hulette in a scene from the film

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). Babe Ruth. American baseball player

RUTH, DUNN AND BENTLEY. American baseball players Babe Ruth and Jack Bentley in New York Giants uniforms for an exhibition game. Between them is pitcher Jack Dunn. Photograph, 1923

BOSTON RED SOX, 1916. Baseball players for the Boston Red Sox seated on a bench, 1916. Left to right: Babe Ruth, Bill Carrigan, Jack Barry and Vean Gregg

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). American professional baseball player. Photographed while playing for the New York Yankees, 1921

Programme cover for Achtung! Welle 505, Berlin, 1926
Programme cover for Herman Hallers revue Achtung! Welle 505 staged at the Admirals Palast, Berlin, 1926. Cover artwork by Gesmar. Date: 1926

USA, Missouri, Herman: Patriotic Birdhouses, Local Crafts

Music cover for The Bohemian Polka, composed by Herrman Koenig (1827-1898) and dedicated to Viscount Bury (later the 7th Earl of Albemarle)

Dr. Joseph Herman Hertz (1872-1946)
Photograph of Dr. Joseph Herman Hertz, the British Zionist leader and writer, taken in 1913, when he had just become the new Chief Rabbi of the British Empire

Mcneile / Sapper / Cig Card
HERMAN CYRIL MCNEILE pseudonym: SAPPER English novelist

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"Herman: A Tale of Legends and Icons" In the late 19th century, Herman Melville penned his masterpiece "Moby Dick, " forever immortalizing the enigmatic white whale. The only known picture of this mythical creature drawn during Melville's lifetime is a captivating wood engraving that continues to captivate readers today. Meanwhile, another legend was emerging on American soil. Babe Ruth, born George H. Ruth in 1895, would become one of the most iconic figures in baseball history. From his humble beginnings as a professional player for the Boston Red Sox to his legendary years with the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth left an indelible mark on America's favorite pastime. Photographs from the 1920s depict Ruth engaging with children while donning his pinstriped uniform, showcasing not only his athletic prowess but also his warm-hearted nature off the field. As we delve into history further, we stumble upon images of cotton plantations that remind us of a dark chapter in our nation's past. These haunting visuals serve as reminders of both human resilience and societal progress. Shifting our focus across continents brings us to Estonia's Tallinn and its magnificent Pikk Hermann Tower—a part of Toompea Castle—standing tall alongside the Estonian Parliament building. This architectural marvel represents strength and endurance throughout centuries. And let us not forget about music. Louis Armstrong graces a vibrant music cover for "Hello Dolly. " His soulful voice resonates through time, reminding us of joyous melodies that transcend generations. Through these glimpses into different eras and realms—from literature to sports, architecture to music—we encounter various facets of greatness embodied by individuals like Herman Melville and Babe Ruth or structures like Pikk Hermann Tower. Their legacies continue to inspire awe and admiration even today; they are testaments to humanity's boundless potential for creativity and achievement.