Author McPherson's up-to-date overview of the Titanic tragedy offers a variety of features that make this entry stand out among the plethora of print and nonprint titles about the Titanic. The volume, organized chronologically, examines the construction of the vessel and transatlantic travel, and follows the events leading up to and after the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Historical photographs, illustrations, diagrams and sidebars enliven the text, and a variety of primary sources offers both factual information and personal testimony. McPherson also uses current research to reveal the mistakes that led to the disaster and discusses salvaging laws of shipwrecks. With "McPherson's compelling, thoughtful narrative" (SLJ), this offering is a superb choice for commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Titanic tragedy in April 2012.
