Decent overview for Titanic tyros
Why the Titanic was Doomed, by Bryan Jackson
Books about the Titanic must now number in the thousands, yet still there is an appetite for more. This latest volume is a serviceable summary of how an unhappy confluence of events resulted in the 1912 tragedy, from a delayed maiden voyage to mistakes by individuals and of course the notorious shortage of lifeboats. The claim that Why the Titanic was Doomed offers 'a new and unique look' at these circumstances is pushing it, as readers of all those other Titanic books are unlikely to find anything fresh here. However, the book is well-researched, the information is clearly presented and there are some decent black-and-white images, so it would be a good read for someone new to the topic.
Why the Titanic was Doomed
By Bryan Jackson
Pen & Sword, £20
ISBN: 978 13990 97164
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