Tough Collection (page 36)

Lemaire Channel in January, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Gentoo penguins, Neko Harbor, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Seal on the small iceberg on foreground, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Black and white chinstrap penguins, black volcanic beach and black glacier, Deception Island, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Gentoo penguin rookery, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Gentoo penguin rookery, Antarctica, Polar Regions

A family community, Argentine Esperanza base, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Glacier and trekker from summit at Uhuru Peak, Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania, Africa

Village of Banani, Sanga (Sangha) region, Bandiagara escarpment, Dogon region, Mali, Africa

Lioness and cub, Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Tuareg and wife leading camel train through the desert near Djanet, Algeria, North Africa

Devastation caused by Civil War 1991-1996, Kabul, Afghanistan

Tourist standing on rock cliff looking at Band-I-Zulfiqar the main lake, Band-E- Amir (Bandi-Amir) (Dam of the King) crater Lakes, Bamian province, Afghanistan, Asia

The Bamiyan Valley and the Koh-i-Baba Range of mountains, Afghanistan

Army in Sky 170 Bc
Visionary armies in the sky, seen four days in succession, warn the people of Jerusalem that tough times are coming

Costume / Polish Peasant
A Polish peasant in a thick brown overcoat and tough boots

Transport / By Horse / Stage
Coaches were generally made of tough ash wood, with mahogany panels and leather upper parts; the finest made coaches commanded the best wages

Rehoboam Takes Bad Avice
Rehoboam, king of Israel, is advised to be moderate, but prefers younger advisers who urge him to act tough. When he vows to chastise his people with scorpions, they rebel

1845 NY Election Vote
Tough men with big sticks ensure a fair and honest election as New Yorkers go to the polls. They will elect James Polk as president, and they will be proved right

Scene from Shakespeares Taming of the Shrew
A scene from Shakespeares comedy, The Taming of the Shrew (Act IV, Scene i), in which Petruchio insists that the food isn t good enough for poor hungry Kate to eat

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"Tough: A Glimpse into Resilience and Strength" From the defiant Cossacks replying to the Sultan's challenge, to the enduring St Michaels Church perched atop Brentor in Dartmoor, toughness takes many forms and can be found in Mullion Cove's rugged cliffs that stand tall against crashing waves, or on Tresco Island where Scilly Isles' wild beauty tests its inhabitants. The New Zealand All Blacks rugby team embodies toughness as they face formidable opponents head-on with unwavering determination. Just like Alcatraz Island, a symbol of indomitable spirit amidst isolation and adversity. Nature too reveals its own brand of resilience - exemplified by the Lone Cypress Tree standing steadfastly against relentless coastal winds. Creux Harbour in Sark showcases how even small communities can thrive despite their challenging surroundings. In Bamiyan, Afghanistan, a Buddha statue once stood proudly within cliffs until destroyed by the Taliban. Its memory serves as a reminder that true strength lies not only in physicality but also in preserving cultural heritage against all odds. Grindelwald and the imposing north face of Eiger demonstrate mountaineers' unyielding resolve to conquer nature's harshest elements. Meanwhile, Dunstanburgh Castle guards Northumbria's coast with stoicism and fortitude through centuries of tumultuous history. Lastly, Brecon Beacons stands as an emblematic landscape where adventurers test their mettle against untamed wilderness – a testament to human endurance and bravery. These diverse glimpses into "tough" remind us that resilience is not limited to one domain; it permeates every aspect of life across continents and cultures. In each scene captured by Il ya Repin or witnessed firsthand, we find inspiration from those who have faced challenges head-on with unwavering determination – proving that toughness knows no boundaries nor limits our potential for greatness.