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Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-16
Category : History
ISBN : 0461412454
Author : Sam Willis
Publisher : Quercus Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782065227
Shipwrecks have captured our imagination for centuries. Here acclaimed historian Sam Willis traces the astonishing tales of ships that have met with disastrous ends, along with the ensuing acts of courage, moments of sacrifice and episodes of villainy that inevitably occurred in the extreme conditions. Many were freak accidents, and their circumstances so extraordinary that they inspired literature: the ramming of the Essex by a sperm whale was immortalized in Herman Melville's Moby Dick. Some symbolize colossal human tragedy: including the legendary Titanic whose maiden voyage famously went from pleasure cruise to epic catastrophe. From the Kyrenia ship of 300 BC to the Mary Rose, through to the Kursk submarine tragedy of 2000, this is a thrilling work of narrative history from one of our most talented young historians.
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : London : Whittaker, Treacher, & Company
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1833
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : HARVARD:32044082188038
Author : Liz Mechem
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2014-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781629142784
A fully illustrated collection of the most thrilling shipwrecks of all time! Experience the mystery and wonder of the bottom of the sea with over sixty accounts of shipwreck catastrophes. Illustrated with detailed maps and shipwreck locations, Disasters at Sea takes readers on a fascinating journey through history and to the ocean floor. Learn all about the historical details and theories of the most infamous shipwrecks—from the most well-known sinkings like the Titanic, to the obscure, mysterious drifting ghost ships and unexplained disappearances. Subjects include: • Tragedies by Mother Nature • Shipwrecks and war • Fatal errors • Legends, myths, mysteries • And many more! Whether by human error, collision, piracy, or mutiny, this book has them all. With shipwrecks from the Old Testament, to ancient Greece, to modern times, this exciting book is compellingly written with accompanying sources, high-quality images, and a great deal of evidence. Find out interesting tidbits about Christopher Columbus’s Santa Maria, which eluded discovery for centuries despite long-term investigations. Stay afloat with the Mary Celeste and the Carroll A. Deering—ships that did not wreck at all but whose entire crews disappeared, never to be found. Readers are no doubt familiar with the tragedy of the Titanic, but this book also recounts the Wilhelm Gustloff, which took nine thousand lives at the end of World War II. Disasters at Sea is sure to offer an addicting and thrilling voyage that will leave you reading over and over again. This is an exciting book for the history buff—or for anyone looking for a fascinating read! Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1843
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : OCLC:10742633
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1375624105
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 766 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1833
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : OXFORD:600042157
Author : William Henry Davenport Adams
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1019728701
This gripping historical account tells the stories of some of the most famous shipwrecks in history, from the wreck of the Mary Rose to the sinking of the Titanic. With detailed descriptions of the events leading up to each disaster and vivid accounts of the heroism and tragedy of those involved, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Arkose Press
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1345359616
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1812
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : UCAL:$B557722
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Nabu Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1294928201
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Author : William Henry Davenport Adams
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 800 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : OXFORD:600081132
Author : Sir John Graham Dalyell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1837
Category : Lifesaving
ISBN : BL:A0022120009
Author : Cyrus Redding
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1844
Category : Shipwrecks
ISBN : OCLC:686931505
Author : Charles River Editors
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-08
Category : Chicago (Ill.)
ISBN : 1511627204
*Includes pictures *Includes accounts of the tragedy by survivors, witnesses and rescuers *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents "And then movement caught my eye. I looked across the river. As I watched in disoriented stupefaction a steamer large as an ocean liner slowly turned over on its side as though it were a whale going to take a nap. I didn't believe a huge steamer had done this before my eyes, lashed to a dock, in perfectly calm water, in excellent weather, with no explosion, no fire, nothing. I thought I had gone crazy." - Jack Woodford, writer The Great Lakes have claimed countless thousands of vessels over the course of history, including swallowing up gigantic freighters like the Edmund Fitzgerald, the largest ship of its day to sail the Great Lakes and still the largest to lie below Lake Superior's murky depths. Given the dangerous conditions and precarious history associated with America's largest freshwater lakes, it's somewhat ironic that the deadliest maritime disaster took place in Chicago aboard a ship that capsized while docked to a pier. When people discuss deadly maritime disasters during the second decade of the 20th century in which more than 800 people were killed, they're often talking about the Titanic or Lusitania, not the Eastland on the Chicago River. However, shockingly enough, on July 24, 1915, a ship full of sightseers out for a day on the Great Lakes capsized while still tied to a dock, sending more than 2,500 passengers into the frigid water. By the time the ship was righted and rescue efforts were completed, nearly 850 people had been killed. As unbelievable as the incident seemed, the Eastland was actually susceptible to just such a problem as a result of its issues with listing, and on top of that, the ship seemed to have all sorts of bad luck in its past, including a collision with another boat and even a mutiny on board. If anything, the safety protocols established after the sinking of the Titanic, most notably the inclusion of enough lifeboats on board for every passenger, made the Eastland even more top heavy and contributed to the disaster. Ultimately, several individuals were charged with crimes in connection with the Eastland disaster, but none would be found guilty. The SS Eastland Disaster: The History of the Deadliest Shipwreck on the Great Lakes chronicles the story of the disaster and its aftermath. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Eastland like never before, in no time at all.