Wrecks & Reputations

Wrecks & Reputations

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Don Charlwood
Binding: Paperback
Published: Angus & Robertson., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings

This compelling work of historical non-fiction chronicles the dramatic tales of maritime disasters and the lasting legacies of those involved. It uncovers the intricate details surrounding significant shipwrecks, particularly within Australian waters, examining the decisions, heroism, and controversies that shaped their outcomes. The narrative presents a vivid account of human resilience and fallibility against the unforgiving power of the sea, offering a profound look into the era's seafaring challenges. Readers will find a meticulously researched and engaging portrayal of nautical history, illustrating how these events forged and shattered reputations. This volume instructs on the enduring impact of tragedy and the indelible mark left by those who faced the ocean's fury.

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Description

Author: Don Charlwood
Binding: Paperback
Published: Angus & Robertson., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings

This compelling work of historical non-fiction chronicles the dramatic tales of maritime disasters and the lasting legacies of those involved. It uncovers the intricate details surrounding significant shipwrecks, particularly within Australian waters, examining the decisions, heroism, and controversies that shaped their outcomes. The narrative presents a vivid account of human resilience and fallibility against the unforgiving power of the sea, offering a profound look into the era's seafaring challenges. Readers will find a meticulously researched and engaging portrayal of nautical history, illustrating how these events forged and shattered reputations. This volume instructs on the enduring impact of tragedy and the indelible mark left by those who faced the ocean's fury.