Wreck : extraordinary true stories of disaster and heroism at sea
Hood, Jean, 1953-2008
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What is the greatest maritime disaster of all time? In her remarkable collection of stories, Jean Hood challenges the popular belief that the Titanic should hold that title. She recounts tales of cruelty, ineptitude and negligence, as well as of courage, leadership, humanity and resourcefulness.
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Edition:
New pbk. ed.
Imprint:
London : Conway, 2008.
Collation:
399 p., [8] p. of plates : ill., maps, ports. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Originally published: as Come hell & high water. 2006.Map on inside cover.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781844860616 (pbk)1844860612 (pbk)
Dewey class:
910.4'52910.452
Local class:
910.452
Language:
English
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BRN:
301647
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