Description
Was Titanic the “ship of dreams” or just another ocean liner? Learn why the lifeboat situation was even worse than is generally supposed. Study the reasoning behind the lifeboat regulations. Did Captain Smith really try to avoid the icefield? Was Captain Rostron a flawed commander? Were Rappahannock and Almerian involved? Consider the strange story of Captain Stanley Lord. Was he scapegoat, victim, or villain? Are Titanic and her demise less important than is popularly supposed?
This work is not a pretty picture-book, though it contains about 100 diagrams, scans and photographs, some of them rare or unfamiliar. Nor is it much concerned with personalities, though it includes a few little-known personal stories and clears up some legends. Its emphasis is nautical, historical, legal and political. As far as possible, it is based on primary sources. Its style is clear, quirky, sometimes amusing. You’ll even learn to sing a song in praise of Lord William Pirrie!
Reviews
“A book that lays to rest the exaggerations, rumours and sheer lies that surround this disaster.” — Martin Pirrie
“…often wry, yet informative and on-point, making for an enjoyable reading experience.” — Michael Tennaro. The Titanic Book Site
“…very informative…many new and interesting facts…Congratulations on a splendid book.” — Lester Mitcham
“I cannot recommend it highly enough.” — Dr Paul Lee
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