Titanic (DK Eyewitness Books) (Hardcover)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

...a mini museum between the covers of a book. [Eyewitness series] -- The New York Times

These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers. [Eyewitness series] -- School Library Journal --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Description

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The story of Titanic's tragic maiden voyage still tugs at the heartstrings and sparks universal curiosity--Eyewitness Titanic discovers the story behind the story. From a Belfast shipyard to the ship's death in the icy Atlantic, the story comes alive through 30D renderings, photographs, and deck plans. Eyewitness Titanic is a compelling narrative of courage and cowardice, sacrifice and survival. See the wreck on the ocean floor, the Titanic's gigantic propeller, and the ship's luxurious interior. Learn how the survivors were rescued from the icy waters and how the shipwreck was located. Discover what caused the "unsinkable" Titanic to sink, the preservation techniques of underwater archeology, and much, much more.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 72 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN (August 2, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756607329
• ISBN-13: 978-0756607326
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #438,364 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent and informative, March 30, 2007

By	Timothy D. Bamford "green1969tb" (Nashua, NH) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this book for my daughter for her birthday and she absolutely loved it. She is a relatively new reader and she found it easy to understand. I enjoyed reading it too. I would recommend this book for anyone who is interested in the Titanic, who doesn't want to get too technical but still is interested in the history of the great ship.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for children, July 3, 2000

By	Donna Spychala "spychala" (Toledo, OH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Eyewitness: Titanic (Hardcover)

My 4 1/2 year old son loved this book. The facts were very interesting. He spends a lot of time looking at each picture and remembers the facts as I have read this book to him several times. Each time through it he finds different things to keep him excited. I would say it's his favorite book right now!

5.0 out of 5 stars Titanic from DK Eyewitness Books, May 7, 2007

By	P. A. Viscovitch "avid reader" (Freehold, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My friend's 10 yr old son has been obsessed by anything relating to this disaster. He was thrilled to receive the book as a gift for Easter. He found it informative and interesting. I have purchased other titles in this series, new or used. They have all arrived in a timely fashion and excellent condition. I would consider purchasing other titles. Pat