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Story Collection (#100)

"Stories that Transcend Time: From Jesus to Sky Woman and Beyond" In the depths of history, a profound encounter unfolded

Background imageStory Collection: Schnaken and schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes and purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908

Schnaken and schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes and purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908
Schnaken And Schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes And Purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908, German Artist, Humorist, Poet, Illustrator And Painter

Background imageStory Collection: Speckled brown and white Sparrowhawk egg

Speckled brown and white Sparrowhawk egg
Schnaken And Schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes And Purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908, German Artist, Humorist, Poet, Illustrator And Painter

Background imageStory Collection: Four Gospels in Armenian 1434

Four Gospels in Armenian 1434. British Museum

Background imageStory Collection: Plucked Geese, the Story of the Gobang Mining Company, Engraving 1890

Plucked Geese, the Story of the Gobang Mining Company, Engraving 1890

Background imageStory Collection: Story of the siege of Sebastopol, by the soldiers of the army of the East, in the streets of Lyon

Story of the siege of Sebastopol, by the soldiers of the army of the East, in the streets of Lyon. According to Mr. Steyert. France, 1855. The Crimean War. Engraving

Background imageStory Collection: Schnaken And Schnurren

Schnaken And Schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes And Purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908, German Artist, Humorist, Poet, Illustrator And Painter

Background imageStory Collection: Italy, Liguria, Venus of Grimaldi, green steatite figurine from Balzi Rossi caves

Italy, Liguria, Venus of Grimaldi, green steatite figurine from Balzi Rossi caves
Schnaken And Schnurren, 1866, Mosquitoes And Purring, Wilhelm Busch, 1832 - 1908, German Artist, Humorist, Poet, Illustrator And Painter

Background imageStory Collection: Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875)

Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) Danish author, particularly remembered for his fairy tales. Andersen surrounded by children

Background imageStory Collection: Design for book cover, New Light Through Old Windows

Design for book cover, New Light Through Old Windows
Design for a book cover, New Light Through Old Windows, by Gregson Gow. Gouache on heavy paper. Blackie & Son Limited - Silver Studio. 1897

Background imageStory Collection: Tower of Babel, historical artwork C017 / 6905

Tower of Babel, historical artwork C017 / 6905
Tower of Babel. 19th-century artwork of the construction of the Tower of Babel. As told in the Book of Genesis in the Judaeo-Christian bible

Background imageStory Collection: Adam and Eve, 1430 artwork

Adam and Eve, 1430 artwork
Adam and Eve. Illuminated manuscript miniature from the 15th-century Alba Bible, depicting the story of Adam and Eve (The Book of Genesis)

Background imageStory Collection: Hanging Gardens of Babylon, 1679 artwork C016 / 8936

Hanging Gardens of Babylon, 1679 artwork C016 / 8936
Hanging Gardens of Babylon. 17th-century artwork of the terraced gardens said to have been constructed in the city of Babylon in the 6th century BC for a queen of one of the kings

Background imageStory Collection: Tower of Babel, 17th-century artwork C016 / 8933

Tower of Babel, 17th-century artwork C016 / 8933
Tower of Babel. 17th-century artwork of the construction of the Tower of Babel. As told in the Book of Genesis in the Judaeo-Christian bible

Background imageStory Collection: Kirchers Tower of Babel, 17th century

Kirchers Tower of Babel, 17th century
Kirchers Tower of Babel. 17th-century commentary on the Tower of Babel, by German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680). This tower in Babylon was built to reach heaven

Background imageStory Collection: Creation of Adam from clay, 15th century

Creation of Adam from clay, 15th century
Creation of Adam from clay. 15th-century recto (with Latin text) and artwork showing the biblical story of the creation of the first human (Adam) from clay by God

Background imageStory Collection: Jekyll and Hyde story illustration, 1880s

Jekyll and Hyde story illustration, 1880s
Jekyll and Hyde story illustration. 1880s artwork illustrating the novella Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (1886) by Scottish novelist Robert Louis Balfour Stevenson (1850-1894)

Background imageStory Collection: Palaeolithic human culture, artwork C016 / 8287

Palaeolithic human culture, artwork C016 / 8287
Palaeolithic human culture. Artwork of humans living in social and family groups in a cave in palaeolithic (Stone Age) Europe

Background imageStory Collection: Dantes Inferno, Charon on the Styx

Dantes Inferno, Charon on the Styx
Dantes Inferno. Canto III, lines 76-78: [over the Styx came Charon] an old man Crying, Woe to you wicked spirits! Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Background imageStory Collection: Rabelaiss Panurge consults Herr Trippa

Rabelaiss Panurge consults Herr Trippa. 19th-century artwork of a scene from Gargantua and Pantagruel by French satirist Francois Rabelais (c.1494-1553)

Background imageStory Collection: Rabelaiss Pantagruel as a baby

Rabelaiss Pantagruel as a baby

Background imageStory Collection: The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo. Illustration by Joseph Michael Gleeson to an early 20th century

The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo. Illustration by Joseph Michael Gleeson to an early 20th century edition of Rudyard
KIPLING: JUST SO STORIES. The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo. Illustration by Joseph Michael Gleeson to an early 20th century edition of Rudyard Kiplings Just So Stories




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"Stories that Transcend Time: From Jesus to Sky Woman and Beyond" In the depths of history, a profound encounter unfolded. Jesus, the Lord turned to Peter, imparting wisdom that would shape generations to come. As we delve into ancient tales such as the Iroquois Creation Myth, we witness the birth of humanity through Sky Woman's enchanting journey. Fast forward to U2's Joshua Tree 2019 concert in Adelaide, where a vibrant red backdrop adorned with a striking black tree captivated audiences. Silhouetted against this iconic image, the band transported us into their own musical story. Meanwhile, Christie Poirot mesmerizes listeners with her soulful cover renditions that breathe new life into beloved narratives. The echoes of U2's Joshua Tree 2019 concert in Adelaide continue to resonate within our hearts. Alfred Bestall invites us into his mystical realm with "The Ghost Story, " where imagination intertwines with reality. And just nearby stands Peter Pan statue in Kensington Gardens—a symbol of eternal youth and endless adventures. Speaking of captivating stories, Flying Officer W E Johns takes us soaring through thrilling skies with his Biggles stories featured in Modern Boy magazine—an exhilarating escape from everyday life. From Australia's bustling cityscape in Brisbane to historical landmarks like The Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen—witnessed during World War II—the power of storytelling transcends borders and time itself. Pauline Baynes' masterful illustrations bring Stories of the Old Testament alive for readers young and old alike. These timeless tales remind us of our shared human experiences and offer guidance for navigating life's challenges. In every corner of existence lies a story waiting to be discovered—a tale woven by countless souls throughout history. Let these hints ignite your curiosity and inspire you on an extraordinary journey through diverse narratives that connect us all.