History Smashers: The Titanic
History Smashers: The Titanic by Kate Messner is an illustrated nonfiction book published by Random House Children’s Books on April 6, 2021. This 224-page edition delves into the events surrounding the sinking of the Titanic, challenging common misconceptions and revealing lesser-known truths about this historical disaster. Through a combination of engaging sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels, the book presents a fresh perspective on the infamous maritime tragedy.
Readers will uncover intriguing details about the Titanic’s final voyage, including the warnings it received about icebergs and the ship’s response to those alerts. The narrative emphasizes the importance of critical thinking in understanding history, making it suitable for young readers interested in transportation and modern history. This edition aims to provide a comprehensive look at the Titanic’s story while encouraging curiosity and exploration of historical events.
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Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the sinking of the Titanic with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. The fun mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels make this perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales.
On April 15, 1912 an “unsinkable” ship called the Titanic unexpectedly hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the North Atlantic. Right?
Wrong! Nobody was really talking about the Titanic being unsinkable until after it sank.
The truth is, four different ships wired the Titanic to report icebergs and field ice in the area. But the Titanic never slowed down. In fact, when the Californian warned that it was trapped in ice, the Titanic’s wireless operator was so busy sending outgoing messages that he replied, “Shut up!” No joke.
Discover the nonfiction series that demolishes everything you thought you knew about history.
Don’t miss History Smashers: The Mayflower, Women’s Right to Vote, and Pearl Harbor.
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