| 单词 | Staffa |
| 例句 | Little wonder that Mendelssohn himself, on a trip to Mull, Iona and Staffa, was inspired to write the Hebrides Overture. Scotland's best classical music festivals 2012-05-25T21:45:07Z Turner seems to open up new avenues of perception, plunging viewers into clouds of iridescent mist, sometimes mingled with black smoke from a passing steamship, as in “Staffa, Fingal’s Cave.” Review: ‘The Critique of Reason’ Revisits What Romantic Art Means 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z He may not know about Staffa, but he knows just about everything else, quite literally. University Challenge | TV Review 2010-04-06T05:45:00Z Boat excursions to Staffa, a nearby island, offer the geological marvel Fingal’s Cave and puffin sightings. In Scotland, a ferry-borne exploration of the Inner Hebrides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z When the wind swept the rain from the hills of Ulva, we could see that on the western side of the island the strange basaltic formation like that of Staffa begins. Our Journey to the Hebrides 2012-03-03T03:00:19.857Z We had a beautiful day yesterday for our excursion to Staffa and Iona. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z The general effect is rather like the famous cavern at Staffa. Cornwall 2012-01-20T03:00:16.790Z Like the great cave at Staffa, it was wrought as an aisle in some natural cathedral; the rocks, too, were columnar, and rose in flawless symmetry, as though graven by the hand of man. The Divine Adventure Volume IV 2011-09-04T02:00:03.717Z According to a well-known legend, he was a giant, and united Scotland and Ireland by a stupendous mole, of which the cave at Staffa and the Giant's Causeway are the two remaining fragments. Ulster Folklore 2011-08-25T02:00:26.683Z The mist kept rising and falling, and one minute we could see the islands—Ulva and Gometra and Inch-Kenneth and even Staffa—and the next only grayness. Our Journey to the Hebrides 2012-03-03T03:00:19.857Z We have come this Evening with a guide—for without was impossible—into the middle of the Isle of Mull, pursuing our cheap journey to Iona, and perhaps Staffa. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z As respects natural phenomena, the scenery of the island of Staffa and Fingal’s Cave is of especial interest, the development of columnar basalt rocks here being unequalled in extent and perfection. With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 3 2011-03-21T02:00:11.920Z During his college course, Lyell made a journey with some friends to Staffa, and wrote a poem upon the place, and then, with his parents and his eldest sisters, travelled in France, Switzerland, and Italy. Famous Men of Science 2011-03-08T03:00:49.717Z The basalt of Staffa and Giants' Causeway are familiar examples of this structure. Geology 2011-02-20T03:00:12.660Z Besides these there are the two small but interesting islands of Staffa and Iona. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" I find I must keep memorandums of the verses I send you, for I do not remember whether I have sent the following lines upon Staffa. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z In 1772 he visited Iceland along with Dr. Solander, and during this voyage the Hebrides were examined, and the columnar formation of the rocks of Staffa first made known to geologists. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis Among them Fingal’s Cave, on the island of Staffa, off the south-west coast of Scotland, hollowed out of columnar basalt, is perhaps the most remarkable in Europe. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" The basaltic columns of the Giants' Causeway and the Isle of Staffa are well-known examples of such regularly jointed masses. Geology 2011-02-20T03:00:12.660Z Remarkable examples of this kind are seen at the Giant's Causeway, in Ireland, and at Fingal's Cave, in Staffa, one of the Hebrides. Principles of Geology or, The Modern Changes of the Earth and its Inhabitants Considered as Illustrative of Geology He stops at one glass of whisky unless you press another and at the second unless you press a third— I am puzzled how to give you an Idea of Staffa. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z Fingal's Cave, in the Island of Staffa, furnishes a remarkable instance of basaltic columns. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis Staffa, near by, has a famous basaltic formation and cave. The Complete Club Book for Women Including Subjects, Material and References for Study Programs; together with a Constitution and By-Laws; Rules of Order; Instructions how to make a Year Book; Suggestions for Practical Community Work; a Resume of what Some Clubs are Doing, etc., etc. In its way, I know nothing more sublime than Staffa, with its grey arch and black columns and rushing waves. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides This was Staffa, something more than thirty-odd miles off, but which, in the thin atmosphere of a calm day, might easily be traced out from the little cove of Port-na-Whapple. One Of Them No change, improvement, growth, has added to or taken from Staffa. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 94, August, 1865 In another letter he says: “Walked up to my knees in bog; got a sore throat; gone to see Icolmkill and Staffa.” Life of John Keats He, however, employed the assistants and materials he had collected in a voyage to Iceland in 1772, returning by the Hebrides and Staffa. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" As regards myself, in the case of Staffa I must admit it did. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides Staffa is a little over a third of a mile in circumference, and presents a most interesting field of study for geologists. Shepp's Photographs of the World And so, with a great lesson behind us and before, we sail away on that summer sea and bid farewell to Staffa. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 94, August, 1865 “Meg Merrilies,” “Walking in Scotland,” “Staffa,” “Lines on the Mermaid Tavern,” “Robin Hood,” “To Fancy,” “To the Poets,” “In a drear-nighted December,” “Hush, hush, tread softly,” four “Faery Songs.” Life of John Keats The most magnificent of all known caverns, is that called Fingal’s Cave, in the Isle of Staffa, on the western coast of Scotland. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. At length we reach Scarba, Mull is swiftly gained, and there, on the other side of us, not, however, to be visited now, are Staffa and Iona. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides The next place of interest before which we brought-up was the island of Staffa. A Yacht Voyage Round England It remained in the Staffa Palace in Perugia three hundred and sixty-eight years, and in 1871 was sold to the Emperor of Russia for seventy thousand dollars. A History of Art for Beginners and Students Painting, Sculpture, Architecture On their return they went north as far as Argyleshire, whence they sailed to Staffa and saw Fingal's cave, which, Keats wrote, 'for solemnity and grandeur far surpasses the finest Cathedral.' Keats: Poems Published in 1820 He was upon a voyage to Staffa, and had sent home some of the stones of which it consists. A Tour in Ireland 1776-1779 Here, as at Staffa, we miss the tourists, who scamper and chatter for an hour at each place, and then are off; and I was glad. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides Fingal's Cave is one of many fringing the cliffs of the little island of Staffa, off the coast of Mull, in Scotland. Chatterbox, 1905. Before this he had executed a large number of beautiful pictures, among which was the so-called “Staffa Madonna.” A History of Art for Beginners and Students Painting, Sculpture, Architecture It excels in size the Cave of Staffa; and rivals the celebrated vault in the Grotto of Antiparos, which is said to be the largest in the world. Rambles in the Mammoth Cave, during the Year 1844 By a Visiter I believe the Causeway would have struck me more if I had not seen the prints of Staffa. A Tour in Ireland 1776-1779 And Staffa—Staffa is far away and alone; she is trembling to her core: how long will the shuddering caves withstand the mighty hammer of the Atlantic surge? Macleod of Dare Indeed the whole coast of Staffa is studded with caves, into some of which a boat can enter when the water is smooth, but this is not of very frequent occurrence on this storm-beaten coast. Chatterbox, 1905. And Staffa--Staffa is far away and alone; she is trembling to her core: how long will the shuddering caves withstand the mighty hammer of the Atlantic surge? Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 5 Suddenly Allan paused his walk and looked northward towards the little isle of Staffa. The Thirsty Sword He had just returned from Staffa, and within three days had made three sonnets on Fingal's Cave, and was composing a fourth when he was called in to see me. Studies in Literature And that black thing away on their right—scarcely visible over the darkened waves—is that the channelled and sea-bird haunted Staffa, trembling through all her caves under the shock of the smooth Atlantic surge? Macleod of Dare Another remarkable cave in Staffa is 'Clam-shell Cave,' which is of immense size. Chatterbox, 1905. In this respect therefore Back Cup does not resemble either the grottoes of Staffa or Morgate, entrance to which is always open, even at high tide. Facing the Flag By this time the three weeks were passed, and they sailed round the south of Mull and anchored in the offing between Staffa and Iona. The Thirsty Sword Staffa rose momently in its majesty before us! Seeing Europe with Famous Authors, Volume 2 Great Britain and Ireland, Part 2 But there were showers about; for Iona was invisible, and Staffa was faintly gray through the passing rain; and Ulva was almost black as the storm approached in its gloom. Macleod of Dare The name Staffa is a Scandinavian word meaning 'Pillar Island,' and no doubt its wonders have been known from very remote times. Chatterbox, 1905. Beside the Spasimo, there is a little picture of the Virgin and Child, with Saint Joseph, in Raphael's early manner, very lovely, and reminding one of the "Staffa" Madonna, at Perugia. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 25, November, 1859 We had already seen Staffa and Iona, pale in the distant Atlantic. Philip Gilbert Hamerton An Autobiography, 1834-1858, and a Memoir by His Wife, 1858-1894 The giant hexagonal pillars of basalt, like our Scottish Staffa, are identical in form with the microscopic crystals of the same substance. Expositions of Holy Scripture Second Kings Chapters VIII to End and Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Esther, Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes For that is the distant island of Staffa, and it has caught the colors of the dawn; and amidst the cold grays of the sea it shines a pale, transparent rose. Macleod of Dare Sir Robert Audley has lent it to my brother, and we are all going to see the Hebrides and Staffa and Iona.” Modern Broods Here were fresh islands and mountain peaks, until the strangers were within hail of Staffa. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2 This description alludes to the cave of Fingal in the island of Staffa. The Botanic Garden. Part II. Containing the Loves of the Plants. a Poem. With Philosophical Notes. Their adventures at Staffa and Iona, their voyage up the Caledonian Canal, and the remainder of their experiences on this tour, were afterwards described by William Howitt in his Visits to Remarkable Places. Little Memoirs of the Nineteenth Century On our right there was a precipitous ledge, and a recent flow of lava had poured over it, cooling as it fell into columnar shapes as symmetrical as those of Staffa. The Hawaiian Archipelago The Cyclopean Isles strongly resemble, in their general aspect, the well-known Giant's Causeway on the northern coast of Ireland, and the Isle of Staffa off the western coast of Scotland. Wonders of Creation At three we anchored close before Staffa, and immediately got into the barge, with Charles, the children, and the rest of our people, and rowed towards the cave. Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2 We saw the island of Staffa, at no very great distance, but could not land upon it, the surge was so high on its rocky coast. The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson, LL.D. Or has not just such an illusion been practised upon your mental view, as is played upon your bodily eye when looking over ten miles of sea upon Staffa? The Recreations of a Country Parson They are usually straight, but sometimes curved; and examples of both these occur in the island of Staffa. The Student's Elements of Geology I had heard of the Giant's Causeway in Ireland, and Fingal's Cave in Staffa, one of the Hebrides; but I had never yet seen a basaltic formation. A Journey to the Interior of the Earth When the Islanders were reproached with their ignorance, or insensibility of the wonders of Staffa, they had not much to reply. Journey to the Western Islands of Scotland M. Letourneur and Andre, who have visited the Hebrides, pronounced it to be a Fingal's cave in miniature; a Gothic chapel that might form a fit vestibule for the cathedral cave of Staffa. The Survivors of the Chancellor Macquarry is proprietor both of Ulva and some adjacent Islands, among which is Staffa, so lately raised to renown by Mr. Banks. Journey to the Western Islands of Scotland There seems little doubt that the well-known columnar basalt of Staffa, as well as that of Antrim in Ireland, are of the same age, and not of higher antiquity, as once suspected. The Student's Elements of Geology |
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