The Lost Ships of Robert Ballard; An Unforgettable Underwater Tour by the World's Leading Deep-Sea Explorer

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• ISBN13: 9781897330494
• ISBN10: 1897330499
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2010-08-01
• Publisher: Madison Press Books
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Summary

Beautifully presented, this volume gives a guided tour of some of the most historic and famous shipwrecks of the 20th century, includingAndrea Doria,Bismarck,Britannic,Empress of Ireland, the Ghost Fleet of Guadalcanal,Lusitania, andTitanic. The detailed illustrations accompany an astounding collection of underwater photography, archival images, and memorabilia that recalls each ship's former glory. Gripping stories unlock the mysteries of the ships ghostly remains, and an epilogue speaks to the essential need for preserving ships. Equal parts scientific and historical study, this adventurous exploration into the lives of these ships and those who discovered them will thrill naval and transportation buffs, as well as any fan of nautical history.

Author Biography

Robert D. Ballard is an explorer and leading marine geologist who helps develop new underwater exploration technology. He discovered the sunken Titanic and Bismarck ships. He is the author of many books about his discoveries, including Finding the Titanic and Graveyards of the Pacific. He lives in Mystic, Connecticut. Rick Archbold is the coauthor of The Discovery of the Bismarck and The Lost Ships of Guadalcanal. He lives in Toronto, Ontario. They are the coauthors of The Discovery of the Titanic. Ken Marschall is a maritime artist. He lives in Redondo Beach, California.