On the unmapped edge of disaster, a sea-giant called the Titan tests the edge of human courage.
This gripping classic follows a vast ocean liner said to be unsinkable, its halls filled with science, splendor, and a sense of invincible safety. As the voyage begins, passengers and crew move through a world where grand ambitions meet sudden danger, and the line between progress and peril grows thin.
Within the ship’s gleaming steel corridors, tensions rise as a small group of mutinous sailors pursues their own bold plans. A cast of characters threads through the drama—from officers trained like scientists to officers and crew who keep the engines, kitchens, and cabins running day and night. Amid the hum of turbines and the murmur of distant seas, alliances form, loyalties are tested, and every moment could tilt fate toward catastrophe or survival.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic nautical suspense, bold schemes, and the human drama of life at sea.
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The Wreck of the Titan: Large Print By Morgan Robertson
Morgan Robertson
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes you on a journey aboard the largest and most luxurious ship ever built, a marvel of engineering considered practically unsinkable. Through vivid descriptions and intricate details, the author paints a picture of life onboard, from the opulent first-class dining rooms to the bustling engine room. But beneath the surface of grandeur and technological triumph, a dark undercurrent of hubris and human fallibility flows. As the ship races across the Atlantic, its passengers and crew revel in their perceived invincibility, oblivious to the looming disaster. The narrative delves into themes of human arrogance, the fragility of life, and the unpredictable nature of fate. It explores the consequences of prioritizing speed and progress over caution and respect for the power of nature. Ultimately, this book serves as a haunting reminder that even the most impressive feats of human ingenuity can be humbled by the sheer force of the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259514039_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259514039
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259514039
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Wreck of the Titan: Or FutilityFrom her lofty bridge ran hidden telegraph lines to the bow, stern engine-room, crow s-nest on the foremast, and to all parts of the ship where work was done, each wire termi. N° de réf. du vendeur 2144106364
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