shipwrecks

Authors Rochelle Pennington and Nicholas Pennington traveled to the countries of England and Scotland to research the epic adventure of Sir Ernest Shackleton's "Imperial Trans=Antarctic Expedition," a true account of human strife and triumph.

Presents the memoirs of Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie as he recounts what it was like on the Titanic in her final hours. Depicts first-hand accounts of the survivors and describes his own personal experiences and observations.

This book, in graphic novel format, describes the raising of the "Mary Rose," a 1545 flagship; the locating of the "Titanic" that sank in 1912; and the locating of the "Bismarck" that sank in 1941.

Detailed descriptions of the Titanic, including its accommodations, and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.

Relates facts about famous shipwrecks and factors that cause shipwrecks.

This book describes, in easy-to-read text, the disastrous 1912 sinking of the world's largest ocean liner after colliding with an iceberg during its maiden voyage.

Explores various myths and legends surrounding shipwrecks throughout history and examines how shipwrecks are studied today. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Accused of cowardice and of dictating the Titanic's excessive speed, Ismay was the first victim of a press hate campaign. He never recovered from the damage to his reputation and never spoke of his beloved ship, the Titanic, again. Wilson explores Ismay's desperate need to tell his story, and to find a way of living with the consciousness of lost honor.