In 1999 lee selfpublished his first titanic book, 1912 facts about titanic, a chronological history of the illfated ship. For the best idea of what your book may be worth and how many copies are floating out there, i suggest. Buy a cheap copy of 1912 facts about the titanic book. I received a message today from a fellow titanic lover offering me a book called sinking of the titanic the worlds greatest sea disaster claiming it was first edition and supposedly was published in 1912 or around that general era. It appeared exactly 37 days after the titanic sank, although it shows no signs of hasty writing. It deals with the sinking in great detail, and first hand interviews with survivors. Titanics sinking was eerily predicted by two books. It proceeds in a logical progression chapterby chapter beginning with the birth of the idea for the three giantliners, through the building of titanic, the crew, the voyage, the disaster and the aftermath.
There were 19 specific chapters from the dream to build the titanic, to the titanic s first voyage and each of its stops, to the iceberg, to not enough life boats, to the rescue, to more random facts. Titanic survivors greatgreatgranddaughter tells amazing story. I havent finished my research on the history of this book. Value of 1912 book about titanic memorial edition some pages loose answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. There were surviving witnesses and official investigations were conducted.
The 1912 edition the sinking of the titanic is not a uncommon book, but my copy is signed by edwina celia troutt mackenzie. You are bidding on a 1912 first official edition of the sinking of the titanic. Would you recommend either of them as a first titanic book for someone just getting interested in the ship. This book is in chronological order, from when the titanic was first built, to the aftermath of the sinking. Lee w merideth fascinating, lesserknown facts about the titanic and details on the ship, the passengers, and the sinking. It is an original copy of a book about the titanic disaster as told by the survivors at the time and published within a few months of the disaster in 1912. I survived the sinking of the titanic, 1912 i survived. The book is entitled 1912 facts about the titanic, and that is how many facts youll find in. Book 1912 facts softcover 1912 facts about the titanic by lee w. How would you rate them for readability, accuracy, etc.
Merideth fascinating, lesserknown facts about the titanic and details on the ship, the passengers and the sinking. The sinking of the titanic, and great sea disasters. Sinking of the titanic first edition 1912 disaster history ship liner survivors. In the early hours of 15 april 1912, rms titanic sank in the atlantic ocean during its maiden voyage from southampton to new york. The value of the wirelessother ships alter their courserescuers on the. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
I have broken the book into the chapters for ease of reading and downloading. Heres your guide to the disaster plus nine facts about the disaster, during in which more than 1,500 lives were lost. Men were ordered to remain behind and go down with the ship. Firstclass passengers were given a music book containing 352 songs. Titanic survivors greatgreatgranddaughter tells amazing.
I have a book called the sinking of the titanic and great sea disasters with a signed letter from dr. I have an original book titled sinking of the titanic and great sea disasters. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Brenners initials, vdb, are seen on the reverse tails side of. The story of the wreck of the titanic easton press 1912. Of the estimated 2,224 passengers and crew aboard, more than 1,500 died, making the sinking one of modern historys deadliest peacetime commercial marine. I survived the sinking of the titanic, 1912 i survived series.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability. Sinking of the titanic and great sea disasters as told by first hand account of survivors and initial investigations paperback or softback by marshall, logan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The height of the titanic from the keel to the top of the tunnels was 175 feet, about the same height of an 11 story building. Bet you didnt know these 19 readable titanic facts. Make offer the sinking of the titanic and great sea disasters book 1912 l. The book is entitled 1912 facts about the titanic, and that is how many facts you ll find in. I started reading it, and i was amazed, this book had so many facts that i never even read in any book. The 1912 lincoln cent was designed by victor david brenner, who designed the lincoln penny in 1909. An unsinkable titanicchapter 6 wikisource, the free. Fascinating, lesserknown facts about the titanic and details on the ship, the passengers, and the sinking. Has anyone read lee merediths books, 1912 facts about the titanic and the passenger list he compiled. At the time of titanic s maiden voyage in 1912, there was a coal strike going on. Titanic facts for kids history national geographic kids.
The titanic was a luxury british steamship that sank in the early hours of april 15, 1912 after striking an iceberg, leading to the deaths of more than 1,500 passengers and. I have a book called the sinking of the titanic and great. The strike ended april 6, just four days before she was supposed to set sail and because of this, there wouldnt be enough time to deliver enough coal to the dock for titanic. Merediths book is a very useful, easy to use reference work onfacts about the titanic. The year 2012 marked the 100year anniversary of the sinking on april 1415, 1912, of the british luxury passenger liner titanic. It is an interesting book, and suggest it to all of the people who have read many titanic books and want to read more about it. While there have been many movies, books, and research about the ship, you might be. The book also explores aspects of the wreck today and salvage operations. Wreck and sinking of the titanic, copywright, 1912. This book also explores aspects of the wreck today and salvage operations. Sinking of the titanic 1912 book rare official edition. The royal mail ship rms titanic sank during its maiden voyage, en route to new york city from southampton, eng.
I havent been able to see the book with my own eyes and. With construction of a titanic replica well underway in china, weve unearthed a. Although the main events of the titanic disaster are well known, significant facts and tidbits remain. Find best value and selection for your 1912 antique book story of the wreck sinking of titanic memorial edition 1st ed search on ebay. An early instant book, published soon after the sinking of the titanic, this illustrated volume abounds in facts about the ship, voyage, and passengers as well as details of the wreck and. William alden smith, of michigan, in the senate of the united states, may 28, 1912. The sinking of the titanic and great sea disasters book 1912 l. Furthermore, the value of the subdivision below the bulkhead deck depends largely upon the degree to which this deck is made watertight. We live in halifaxdartmouth and there are grave sites with some of the deceased. Titanic centennial edition what i liked most about the 1912 facts about titanic is that, while chronological, it doesnt try to force all the events, facts, and wonderful stories about the building of that ship and its fateful voyage into a single narrative. Rms titanic was a british passenger liner operated by the white star line that sank in the north atlantic ocean in the early morning hours of 15 april 1912, after striking an iceberg during her maiden voyage from southampton to new york city. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Fascinating, lesserknown facts about the titanic and detai. Get the best deals on 1912 titanic book when you shop the largest online selection at.
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