James Lucas
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Beauty is truth, truth beauty; that is all ye know on earth, and all ye need to know.
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James Lucas@JamesLucasITNew Zealand photographer Jay Lichter takes stunning photos of tiny mushrooms 🧵 1. Super tiny Mycena roseoflava
SummaryNew Zealand photographer Jay Lichter shares a stunning collection of macro photographs showcasing tiny mushrooms and fungi species, including delicate Mycena varieties, colorful slime molds, and other miniature fungal specimens found in nature.Oct 6, 202510 tweets♥ 11.9KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITLife in America 40 to 100+ years ago 🧵 1. This was Los Angeles in the 1950s
SummaryA nostalgic photo thread showcasing American life from the early 1900s through 1980s, featuring iconic scenes from major cities, everyday activities, economic data from the 1940s, and cultural moments that highlight how drastically daily life and affordability have changed over the past century.Aug 28, 202522 tweets♥ 70.6KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITColorized videos feel like a time machine 🧵 1. This is what Jerusalem looked like in 1897
SummaryA thread showcasing colorized historical videos from the late 1800s and mid-1900s, including iconic moments like D-Day, post-WWII Berlin and Germany, early Jerusalem, New York City, and various European cities. The collection spans from 1896-1948 and includes rare footage of Pope Leo XIII, early cinema, and everyday life during this transformative historical period.Aug 24, 202517 tweets♥ 51.3KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITLife in England 50 to 100+ years ago 🧵 1. This is what England looked like in 1945
SummaryA visual journey through English life from the 1890s to 1980s, featuring iconic moments like post-WWII celebrations, London street scenes, children at play, beach outings, and subcultures, with historical context about wartime camouflage and infrastructure projects.Aug 22, 202522 tweets♥ 33.8KJames Lucas@JamesLucasIT15 places where nature doesn’t look real 🧵 1. Grindelwald, Switzerland
SummaryA curated collection of 15 stunning natural locations around the world that appear almost unreal due to their extraordinary beauty and unique geological features, including sites in Switzerland, Madagascar, Iceland, Bolivia, and many other countries.Aug 6, 202517 tweets♥ 134KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITRobin Williams would’ve turned 74 today This thread will brighten up your day 🧵 1. His improvised scene in Good Will Hunting made the cameraman laugh so hard the camera started shaking. Matt Damon...
SummaryA heartfelt tribute thread celebrating Robin Williams' 74th birthday with stories of his legendary improvisation, generous character, and profound impact on those around him—from making Christopher Reeve laugh after paralysis to hiring homeless people on film sets and uplifting friends through difficult times.Jul 21, 202517 tweets♥ 67.9KJames Lucas@JamesLucasIT15 Greek islands that don’t look real 🧵 1. Mykonos
SummaryA visual tour of 15 stunning Greek islands including famous destinations like Santorini and Mykonos, plus hidden gems like Folegandros and Milos, showcasing their unique architectural features, beaches, and historical significance.Jul 7, 202517 tweets♥ 60.9KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThe beauty of Italy, region by region 🧵 1. Campania: an evening on the Amalfi Coast
SummaryA visual tour of Italy's 20 regions showcasing iconic landmarks and natural beauty, from the Amalfi Coast's cliffs to Venice's floating violin, Florence's cathedral dome, Sicily's ancient theater, and picturesque villages like Matera and Cinque Terre. Each region is highlighted with stunning photography and historical or cultural context.Jun 21, 202522 tweets♥ 86.2KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITMoms in the wild - a mother's day thread 🧵 1. "Look Mom, I'm scaring them!"
SummaryA heartwarming Mother's Day thread featuring 20 adorable moments of animal mothers caring for their young, including chimps, elephants, otters, bears, and other wildlife showcasing maternal instinct and bonding across species.May 11, 202521 tweets♥ 546KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITBeautiful aesthetics from the Pope's funeral 🧵 1. Today's Requiem Mass
SummaryA visual thread showcasing the aesthetic beauty and ceremonial grandeur of Pope Francis's funeral, featuring stunning photography of St. Peter's Basilica, the Requiem Mass attended by over 250,000 people, Vatican guards, and religious artifacts and traditions.Apr 26, 202517 tweets♥ 112KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThe most beautiful islands on Earth 🧵 1. Bora Bora, French Polynesia
SummaryA visual tour of 20 of the world's most beautiful islands, from Bora Bora and the Greek islands to Iceland, Maldives, and Bali, featuring geographical facts, historical trivia, and stunning imagery of each destination.Apr 2, 202521 tweets♥ 62.4KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITSatisfying thread for perfectionists 🧵 1. Moon bridge
SummaryA visual compilation of satisfying examples of perfect symmetry, precision, and geometric beauty from nature and human craftsmanship, including architectural wonders, natural formations, and expertly executed artwork and restoration work.Mar 31, 202523 tweets♥ 272KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITColorized footage is like a time machine 🧵 1. English kids in 1901, 124 years ago
SummaryA thread of colorized historical footage from the late 1800s and early 1900s, showing everyday scenes and moments from London, Paris, Berlin, Jerusalem, San Francisco, and other cities. The collection demonstrates that human experiences like joy, curiosity, and play have remained constant across more than a century of technological and social change.Mar 28, 202521 tweets♥ 112KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThread of surreal places you (probably) didn't know existed 🧵 1. Sverd i fjell, Norway
SummaryA curated thread showcasing 20 surreal and lesser-known locations around the world, including underground cities, massive crystal caves, ancient rock fortresses, otherworldly landscapes, and picturesque beaches with fascinating historical and geological significance.Mar 27, 202522 tweets♥ 257KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITLife in the 1980s 🧵 1. McDonald's in the 80s compared to today
SummaryA nostalgic visual tour of 1980s life covering everything from McDonald's and grocery stores to fashion, pop culture, technology, and major historical events like the fall of the Berlin Wall. The thread showcases how daily life, consumer products, social attitudes, and entertainment differed dramatically from today.Mar 23, 202527 tweets♥ 302KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITSwitzerland doesn't look real – a thread 🧵 1. Many scholars believe that Tolkien's 1911 hike through Lauterbrunnen directly inspired the valley of Rivendell in The Lord of the Rings. ...
SummaryA visual thread showcasing Switzerland's most stunning landscapes, from Alpine villages and dramatic mountain peaks to pristine lakes and waterfalls, with historical context and literary connections including Tolkien's inspiration from Lauterbrunnen Valley for Rivendell.Mar 22, 202522 tweets♥ 77.1KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThe most beautiful domes on Earth 🧵 1. Church of St. Joachim's starry dome, Rome
SummaryA visual tour of 20 of the world's most architecturally stunning domes, spanning from ancient Roman structures like the Pantheon to modern marvels, showcasing diverse architectural styles across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. The thread highlights fascinating details about each dome's construction, history, and artistic significance.Mar 18, 202521 tweets♥ 40.9KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThread of Ancient Egyptian artifacts you've (probably) never seen before 🧵 1. A stunning 4,500 years old Egyptian dress
SummaryA comprehensive collection of remarkable ancient Egyptian artifacts spanning thousands of years, including a 4,500-year-old dress, meteorite iron dagger from Tutankhamun's tomb, perfectly crafted granite vases, mummified remains with preserved details, and various sculptures and religious objects that showcase the sophistication of Egyptian craftsmanship and culture.Mar 16, 202523 tweets♥ 71.1KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThread of historical photos you've (probably) never seen before 🧵 1. Eiffel Tower during construction, 1887-1889
SummaryA curated collection of rare historical photographs spanning from the 1800s to 1981, including iconic structures like the Eiffel Tower under construction, famous cultural moments like Einstein meeting Chaplin, and unusual historical events like a Civil War veteran surviving a shot between the eyes.Mar 12, 202523 tweets♥ 93.4KJames Lucas@JamesLucasIT