| Editor |
Marshall, Logan, 1884-1937 |
| Title |
Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Keller, Mike Lough, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters" by Logan Marshall is a historical account likely compiled in the early 20th century, focusing on the tragic sinking of the Titanic in 1912. The work explores the events surrounding one of the most infamous maritime disasters, detailing the loss of over 1,600 lives and the heroism exhibited during the catastrophe, while reflecting on broader themes of human nature and sacrifice. The opening of the book sets a somber tone, recounting the initial wireless messages that erroneously stated that all passengers were safe after the collision with an iceberg. As the Titanic sank, the book emphasizes the grandeur of the ship and the luxurious lifestyle available to its passengers, alongside their tragic fate. It highlights key moments leading up to the disaster, including ignored iceberg warnings and the eventual panic among passengers when the reality of the situation became apparent. Through poignant anecdotes, it depicts the bravery of individuals, illustrating the noble actions taken by crew and passengers alike, reinforcing the imperative of "women and children first" amidst the chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Titanic (Steamship)
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| Subject |
Shipwrecks -- North Atlantic Ocean
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
781 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 21, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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