Publisher's Synopsis
The Truth About the Titanic is a book written by Colonel Archibald Gracie that sheds light on the events surrounding the sinking of the Titanic. This large print edition is perfect for readers who have difficulty reading small text. The book provides a comprehensive account of the ship's voyage, from its departure in Southampton to its tragic end in the North Atlantic. Gracie, who was a passenger on the Titanic, provides a first-hand account of the events leading up to the disaster and the aftermath. He also dispels some of the myths and misconceptions that have arisen over the years about the sinking. The book includes details about the ship's design and construction, as well as the crew and passengers on board. It also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural context of the time. The Truth About the Titanic is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Titanic and the events that led to its sinking.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1913. Sixteen Illustrations. Contents: The Last Day Aboard Ship; Struck By an Iceberg; The Foundering of the Titanic; Struggling in the Water for Life; All Night on Bottom of Half-Submerged Upturned Boat; The Port Side: Women and Children First; Starboard Side: and Women First, But Men When There Were No Women.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
