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The Atlas of Shipwrecks

The Atlas of Shipwrecks

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1836002408
ISBN13: 9781836002406
Publisher: Wide Eyed Editions
Published: May 5 2026
Pages: 80
Weight: 1.68
Height: 0.60 Width: 10.30 Depth: 12.20
Language: English
Ms. Arnold packs a sometimes dizzying amount of detail into this slim volume, balancing a deep interest in her subject with a careful respect for these unfortunate ships and their passengers and crew. - The Wall Street Journal

Why do ships sink? What really happens when they go down? Join Dr Profundo on a voyage across the world's waters to uncover the astonishing true stories behind real-life shipwrecks.

With more than 50 fascinating case studies uncovering the mysteries surrounding shipwrecks beneath the waves, The Shipwreck Atlas offers a captivating journey through maritime history and discovery. Written by Jo Arnold, a trusted voice in children's books, this immersive guide provides an expert yet accessible look at what lies hidden on the seabed.

For example, readers will learn about:

  • The Mary Rose, a shipwreck which left historians scratching their heads for centuries.
  • The SS Gairsoppa which sank in just twenty minutes.
  • The HMS Erebus and HMS Terror which were trapped in ice before sinking in Arctic Waters in 1848.
  • SS Sultana's deadly explosion on the Mississippi River.
  • . . . and many more extraordinary stories from across the world's waters.

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