In this remarkable collection, twenty-four reproductions of historic photographs and paintings recaputre the character, magnitude, spirit and tragedy of the great ship--at the time, the largest and most luxurious vessel afloat. Included are photos of the "Titanic" in dry dock and on trial runs, its captain, the ship's gigantic engine and rudder, a charmingly outfitted sun-room and a magnificent stateroom, as well as authentic photographs of grim-faced survivors aboard the rescue ship "Carpathia" and the ship's remains on the ocean floor.
Available in one convenient and easily affordable volume, all cards--identified brief, descriptive notes--are perforated and easily detachable for sending or saving. Here is a vivid, pictorial record that will fascinate collectors, maritime historians and anyone awed by the magnificent ocean liners of the past.