02603cam a22003373u 4500 67584 UtSlPG 20260610134548.0 m cr n 260607r20221913utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 13009455 UtSlPG en iso639-1 G Gracie, Archibald, 1858-1912 The Truth about the Titanic Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-03-08 MFR, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Truth about the Titanic" by Archibald Gracie is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This memoir serves as a first-hand testimony from one of the survivors of the ill-fated Titanic, detailing the events leading up to, during, and immediately after the sinking of the ship in 1912. The book likely focuses on the heroism displayed by passengers and crew amidst chaos and disaster, providing insights into the human experience during one of history's most notorious maritime tragedies. At the start of the book, the author reflects on his last day aboard the Titanic, recounting a sense of calm and enjoyment as the ship sails smoothly towards New York. However, as the day unfolds, he becomes aware of ominous signs, such as warnings about icebergs, but the ship’s crew continues at full speed. Gracie introduces notable figures aboard the ship, including Mr. and Mrs. Isidor Straus, and describes their camaraderie. The stage is set for the impending disaster as Gracie details moments of personal interaction and foreshadowing events, leading to the monumental tragedy that will change everything in the blink of an eye. The narrative promises a blend of personal stories and a dramatic recounting of the night the Titanic sank, inviting readers to witness not just the events, but also the humanity displayed in dire circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Mitchell Kennerley, 1913 Titanic (Steamship) Shipwrecks -- North Atlantic Ocean -- History -- 20th century https://archive.org/details/truthabouttitani00grac https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67584 108406 108406