A Dictionary of Passenger Ship Disasters

This book covers the losses of ships around the world larger than 500 gross tons. Beginning in the 1840s during the birth of the steam age, and continuing up to the present day all passenger losses during both wartime and peacetime are recorded.

Also included is a useful dictionary section which provides concise descriptions of each vessel lost, many with pictures, and the sad incidents in which they became casualties. A chronological list of the ships is provided for quick and easy reference. A final section examines several intriguing cases of near misses for ships which were severely damaged in incidents but survived to return to service.

With over 700 illustrations throughout of both the vessels and the tragic moment they met their fate, this is the most comprehensive listing of passenger ship disasters to date, and will be essential reading for all maritime historians.

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Hardcover

288 pages

Condition: Used - Very Good

Originally published: Ian Allan Publishing 2009

ISBN: 978-0711033597