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What was the titanic?

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What Was the Titanic? by Stephanie Sabol is a captivating nonfiction book for young readers that tells the true story of one of the most famous maritime disasters in history. The book recounts the construction of the RMS Titanic—hailed as the largest and most luxurious ship of its time—and its tragic maiden voyage in April 1912. Readers learn about the ship’s design, the passengers aboard, and the fateful collision with an iceberg that led to its sinking. With accessible language and engaging illustrations, the book explores the reasons behind the disaster, the lack of lifeboats, and the aftermath that changed maritime laws. It also highlights stories of heroism and survival, providing a human perspective on this historical tragedy. Through this compelling narrative, the book teaches readers about class differences, technological ambition, and the importance of safety and preparedness.

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Series Title

Reading Corner : WHO HQ

Call Number

910.92 SAB w

Publisher

New York : Penguin Random House., 2018

Collation

108 hlm.: ilus.; 14 x 19 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-0-515-15726-0

Classification

910.92

Content Type

text

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Carrier Type

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Edition

1

Subject(s)

Titanic
Shipwrecks
Maritime History
Survival
Engineering

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