Publisher's Synopsis
The Truth About the Titanic is a non-fiction book written by Colonel Archibald Gracie, a survivor of the infamous Titanic disaster. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the ship's sinking, as well as the aftermath of the tragedy. Colonel Gracie draws on his own experiences and observations, as well as interviews with other survivors and crew members, to provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of what really happened on that fateful night in April 1912. The book covers topics such as the ship's construction and design flaws, the behavior of the crew and passengers during the evacuation, and the rescue efforts that followed. It also includes personal anecdotes and reflections from Colonel Gracie himself, adding a human touch to the historical narrative. The Truth About the Titanic is a must-read for anyone interested in the Titanic disaster, as well as for those interested in maritime history and disaster studies.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.
