The Titanic

When the Titanic liner set sail from Southampton on 10th April 1912, the passengers on board had no idea of the terrible fate that awaited them four days later. Everything was put in place for an unforgettable journey: the brand new ship was proclaimed the largest, fastest and most luxurious in the world. But, on the night of 14th April, the unthinkable happened when an iceberg loomed in the horizon. Within just a few hours, the magnificent vessel was headed towards the depths of the ocean.This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding more about the sinking of the Titanic, providing you with the essential information and saving time.In 50 minutes you will be able to:• Understand the historical and social context of the time and how this led to the building of the largest and most luxurious ship, the Titanic• Learn more about the people involved in the tragedy, including the captain, the architect and the ship owner• Analyze the development of the event, from the ship’s departure on 10th April to the moment it began its descent to the seabed at 2:20am on 14th AprilABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM provides the tools to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries that played a part in the history of our world and influenced how we live today.Our publications are easy to use and they will save you time. They provide the key historical information and cover an extensive range of topics, from the beginning of time to the more contemporary 20th century. These books are the perfect place to start if you want to become an expert on any aspect of world history quickly and efficiently.