The world famous ocean liner Titanic, which sank on her maiden voyage in 1912, is the latest subject to receive the Haynes Manual treatment. With an authoritative text and hundreds of illustrations, see how this leviathan was built, launched and fitted out. Read about her lavish passenger accommodation. Learn about the captain's responsibilities, including the operation of a transatlantic liner. Consider the chief engineer's view - how did he manage the huge engines and other onboard systems? What was it like to operate a luxury ocean liner from the perspective of Titanic's owner, the White Star Line?
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David Hutchings is a shipwright and historian who has written widely on the great transatlantic ocean liners. Richard de Kerbrech is a maritime historian with a background in marine engineering.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By M. T. Fisher
Format:Hardcover
In these days when most things are observed superficially this is a fantastic introduction into the ship construction and operation in the 1910's, and an insight into early C20 heavy engineering and methods. I stress introduction, as it does not labour any aspect to boredom, it whets the appetite, in fact some areas could do with more detail (see Johnathan Smith's critique below) There are so many things I had never heard before, the third shaft was turbine driven by exhaust steam, a steam reciprocating fridge plant and how to bend a ships frame - and so on. I showed it to both the Chief Engineers and Officers on my ship and they were all amazed by it. Very enjoyable and J. Smith is right, for more follow his lead, but read this one first. It was also a good reminder of our lost heritage in heavy manufacturing of which we were once the lead (S. Korea delivers a ship - ocean going-every two days out of three all year!!) GREAT FUN, loved it.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A very good insight into the Titanic.
The technical side of the ship, overlooked in most Titanic books is well covered with some interesting photos and drawings.
All in all an excellent book on a fascinating subject.
The technical side of the ship, overlooked in most Titanic books is well covered with some interesting photos and drawings.
All in all an excellent book on a fascinating subject.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Caulkhead
Format:Hardcover
A new look at an old pot-boiler.I enjoyed some previously unseen illustrations and informative text which was technical but understandable.This book is interesting,educational and entertaining!
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Good present
This was bought as a present, i have bought a couple of these as gifts on different topics. Always enjoyed.
Published 2 months ago by Leanne
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Great pressie for the boat enthusiast
Given as a pressie for the 80 year old with everything - now he has a new challenge ahead of him - excellent value
Published 3 months ago by Two's Company
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Bought for my husband, Mr J Watson
Again, an excellent purchase. Mr J Watson is an avid collector of Olympic class liners and is, in fact, building a scaled model of the Britannic as we speak. Read more
Published 4 months ago by MRS A WATSON
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Appreciated gift
Saw this at the Titanic exhibition and wanted to buy it online. Great gift for anyone who likes to explore 'how things work. Read more
Published 4 months ago by El
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A Great Book
I bought this book for my husband who has a keen interest and personal connection with Titanic. It has answered so many questions and makes you realise what a fantastic feat of... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mrs B
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Titanic Surprise
It was truly a 'Titanic surprise' when I opened up the package to find The RMS Titanic Manual and there was the very familiar Haynes style manual - and it works. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Felix Australis
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A different approach to the subject of the Titanic
RMS Titanic Manual: 1909-1912 Olympic Class (Owner's Workshop Manual)
This book has a novel sub-title in the time-honoured tradition of Haynes books. Read more
This book has a novel sub-title in the time-honoured tradition of Haynes books. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Barry Rugen
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Essential for Titanic buffs!
A thoughtful, well set-out manual of the great lost vessel from a novel perspective. In my opinion it leads to a greater understanding of the events of 14/15 April 1912.
Published 13 months ago by staffsarge
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Better than I expected
I was expecting the stereotypical Haynes manual but was pleasantly surprised to find an even more detailed and illustrated account of the construction, layout and maiden voyage of... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Chris
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RMS Titanic
This book is very interesting and covers the mechanics and technical side of the ship. It is well ilustrated and good photographs. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Boatmaster
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