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by Tolkny
Sun Apr 17, 2011 4:23 pm
Forum: The Bridge: Discuss an Astronomy Picture of the Day
Topic: APOD: The View from Everest (2011 Apr 17)
Replies: 44
Views: 5971

Re: APOD: The View from Everest (2011 Apr 17)

I do want to say I'm disappointed with folks who think it's appropriate to nitpick at wording details in the shadow of such an amazing accomplishment, and insult people in the process. Frankly, it lowered my enjoyment in reading this thread. Agreed I am thankful that another member of this forum su...
by Tolkny
Sun Apr 17, 2011 9:18 am
Forum: The Bridge: Discuss an Astronomy Picture of the Day
Topic: APOD: The View from Everest (2011 Apr 17)
Replies: 44
Views: 5971

Re: APOD: The View from Everest (2011 Apr 17)

Without being told, one may not be certain that the view is the highest in the world, although I guess if one arrived there blindfolded the lack of oxygen would be instantly realised. My point is that notwithstanding the beauty of the view and skill of those involved in presenting it to us, we might...