A Night to Remember
A Night to Remember by Walter Lord, published by Penguin in 1981, offers a detailed minute-by-minute account of the sinking of the Titanic. This edition, consisting of 186 pages, presents a vivid narrative that captures the events surrounding the disaster of the so-called “unsinkable” ship, which met its fate after colliding with an iceberg. The book explores the ship’s luxurious features and the tragic reality of its insufficient lifeboats, setting the stage for a historical recounting of one of maritime history’s most infamous tragedies.
Readers will find a thorough re-creation of the events leading up to and following the Titanic’s sinking, including the initial distress signals and the harrowing experiences of survivors in the frigid waters. The narrative delves into the chaos and despair faced by those on board, providing insights into the human experience during this catastrophic event. With its focus on transportation and historical context, this edition serves as both an informative and engaging exploration of a pivotal moment in maritime history.
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[Read by Fred Williams]
The classic minute-by-minute account of the sinking of the ”unsinkable” Titanic. — The ”unsinkable” Titanic was four city blocks long, with a French ”sidewalk café,” private promenade decks, and the latest, most ingenious safety devices . . . but only twenty lifeboats for the 2,207 passengers and crew on board. — Gliding through a calm sea, disdainful of all obstacles, the Titanic brushed an iceberg. Two hours and forty minutes later, she upended and sank. Only 705 survivors were picked up from the half-filled boats of ”the ship that God himself couldn’t sink.” — Walter Lord’s classic minute-by-minute re-creation is as vivid now as it was upon first publication fifty years ago. From the initial distress flares to the struggles of those left adrift for hours in freezing waters, this audio presentation will bring that moonlit night in 1912 to life for a new generation of readers.
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