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Disasters of the Deep: A History of Submarine Tragedies

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Tragedy at sea comes in many different forms with almost every account making compelling reading. There are instances of amazing rescues and people being adrift for many days. Then, of course, there are the mysteries and so it goes on. There is, however, something quite sinister about the loss of a submarine where those unfortunate enough to be trapped - even in shallow water, are unable to simply abandon ship.

In this book, acknowledged expert, writer and naval historian Edwyn Gray gives the reader a first rate insight into a number of submarine accidents. From the first clumsy attempts at submarine design in 1774 right up to the nuclear-powered age, this is, as the title suggests, a thorough survey into submarines lost by several of the world's navies.

In many ways, the book is a collection of short stories - with frequent cross-reference from one story to the next. It is an incredible series of real-life adventures including death and survival. Once started, it is also a book which is hard to put down.

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