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The Strange Appearance of St. Elmos Fire, 1935
The Strange Appearance of St. Elmos Fire, . From The Popular Science Educator, Volume 1, edited by Charles Ray. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London, ]
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The Strange Appearance of St. Elmo's Fire, 1935 - A Captivating Winter Phenomenon Illuminates the Urban Landscape
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. This print captures a rare natural phenomenon known as St. Elmo's Fire in the winter of 1935. Taken from "The Popular Science Educator" volume 1, edited by Charles Ray, this image showcases an unknown location in a wintry urban setting. As snow gently falls from the darkened sky, a lone man walks down an illuminated lane with an umbrella shielding him from the elements. The street is lined with buildings that are lit up against the backdrop of a cold winter night. In this surreal scene, strange glowing lights surround him and his horse-drawn cart. St. Elmo's Fire is a weather-related electrical discharge that creates luminous plasma around pointed objects during storms or blizzards. This mysterious occurrence has long fascinated scientists and artists alike due to its ethereal beauty. The print transports us back to an era when people marveled at both natural phenomena and technological advancements in transportation like horse-drawn carts on snowy streets. It evokes feelings of wonderment and curiosity about our world's hidden wonders. With its striking composition and historical significance, this photograph serves as a reminder of how nature can surprise us even amidst familiar surroundings. It invites viewers to ponder upon the mysteries that lie within our everyday lives while appreciating the artistry captured by The Print Collector for generations to come.
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