David W. Shaw
The Sea Shall Embrace Them: The Tragic Story of the Steamship Arctic
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743235037
- author:
- David W. Shaw
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 140mm X 214mm
- Genre:
- History Biographies & True Stories Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Sea Shall Embrace Them: A Harrowing Maritime Disaster In one of the most tragic events in maritime history, the American steamship Arctic collided with the French Vesta in 1854, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives. This harrowing account is based on the firsthand testimony of survivors, including the Arctic's captain, who was forced to fight his own crew as they took the lifeboats, leaving many passengers to a cruel and painful death. The disaster had far-reaching consequences, ending the dominance of the American maritime fleet in the seas for the rest of the 19th century. Beautifully written, this book puts the reader on deck as the ship's passengers and crew battle against the mighty ocean and their own baser instincts. A gripping and little-known chapter in American history, The Sea Shall Embrace Them is a compelling read that sheds light on a pivotal moment in maritime history.
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