Download or read book The Mystery of a Shipyard written by Richard Henry Savage and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mystery of a Shipyard written by Richard Savage and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Traitor in the Shipyard written by Kathleen Ernst and published by American Girl Publishing Incorporated. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Caroline worries that British spies may be lurking in Sackets Harbor. When strange things start happening at Abbott's Shipyard, Caroline wonders if a spy, either someone she has known all her life or Papa's long-lost friend, is responsible.
Download or read book Ghost Ship written by Brian Hicks and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2004-06-01 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On December 4th, 1872, a 100-foot brigantine was discovered drifting through the North Atlantic without a soul on board. Not a sign of struggle, not a shred of damage, no ransacked cargo—and not a trace of the captain, his wife and daughter, or the crew. What happened on board the ghost ship Mary Celeste has baffled and tantalized the world for 130 years. In his stunning new book, award-winning journalist Brian Hicks plumbs the depths of this fabled nautical mystery and finally uncovers the truth. The Mary Celeste was cursed as soon as she was launched on the Bay of Fundy in the spring of 1861. Her first captain died before completing the maiden voyage. In London she accidentally rammed and sank an English brig. Later she was abandoned after a storm drove her ashore at Cape Breton. But somehow the ship was recovered and refitted, and in the autumn of 1872 she fell to the reluctant command of a seasoned mariner named Benjamin Spooner Briggs. It was Briggs who was at the helm when the Mary Celeste sailed into history. In Brian Hicks’s skilled hands, the story of the Mary Celeste becomes the quintessential tale of men lost at sea. Hicks vividly recreates the events leading up to the crew’s disappearance and then unfolds the complicated and bizarre aftermath—the dark suspicions that fell on the officers of the ship that intercepted her; the farcical Admiralty Court salvage hearing in Gibraltar; the wild myths that circulated after Sir Arthur Conan Doyle published a thinly disguised short story sensationalizing the mystery. Everything from a voodoo curse to an alien abduction has been hauled out to explain the fate of the Mary Celeste. But, as Brian Hicks reveals, the truth is actually grounded in the combined tragedies of human error and bad luck. The story of the Mary Celeste acquired yet another twist in 2001, when a team of divers funded by novelist Clive Cussler located the wreck in a coral reef off Haiti. Written with the suspense of a thriller and the vivid accuracy of the best popular history, Ghost Ship tells the unforgettable true story of the most famous and most fascinating maritime mystery of all time.
Download or read book Essex Shipbuilding written by Courtney Ellis Peckham and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For three centuries, shipbuilding flourished in Essex, a small village wrapped around a shallow tidal estuary that flows into Ipswich Bay. From sturdy little Chebacco boats to the tough but graceful fishing schooners that plied the Grand Banks, Essex vessels became known throughout the maritime world as swift and strong fishermen, and Essex shipbuilding became synonymous with craftsmanship of the highest order. More than four thousand ships slid down the ways destined for ports such as Gloucester, Boston, and New York. By the middle of the twentieth century, however, the industry had vanished and this extraordinary chapter in American maritime history was closed. Essex Shipbuilding recalls an era when dozens of vessels in different stages of construction lined the Essex River and the shipyard gangs worked six days a week, year-round, in any weather. Featuring the photograph collection of Dana A. Story, Essex Shipbuilding illustrates the firms of A.D. Story and Tarr & James, who built the famous racing schooners Mayflower, Columbia, and Gertrude L. Thebaud, and the high-lining fishermen Elsie and Adventure. Essex Shipbuilding also depicts these vessels at sea-fishing, racing, or pursuing more unusual work, from Arctic exploration to naval service in both world wars to rumrunning during Prohibition.
Download or read book The Shipyard written by Juan Carlos Onetti and published by Serpent's Tail Five Star. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great Latin American writer: an inspiration to Vargas Llosa and Carlos Fuentes
Download or read book The Graving Dock written by Gabriel Cohen and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-11-13 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the chill of winter, Detective Jack Leightners investigation takes him on a whirlwind tour of hidden parts of New York Harbor and the graving docks of the old Brooklyn Navy Yard in Cohens eagerly-awaited sequel to "Red Hook."
Download or read book Shipbuilding and Shipping Record written by and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 778 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Shipyard written by Dave Drummond and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003-06-03 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Senator Ted Kennedy said, "My father worked here. The Fore River Shipyard will once again be a symbol of our leadership. And I will do all I can to insure that this leadership continues to thrive. The shipbuilding industry has been struggling in this country as a whole. Employment has dropped to a 40 year low. American-built ships carry less than one percent of world trade. That is unacceptable." Senator John McCain said, "We have an obligation to protect the taxpayers' dollars by ensuring that this is a viable project. It is my desire that the Quincy shipyard, into which the state of Massachusetts and the city of Quincy have invested significant resources, will be a successful venture." President Clinton said about shipbuilding and the Quincy yard in particular, "Shipbuilding is one of the keys to America's national defense and helping our shipbuilders succeed commercially is an important goal of defense conversion. This administration is committed to preserving highly skilled American jobs and we believe that American shipbuilding can compete and win in world markets." What happened...? SHIPBUILDING USED TO BE ONE OF THE TOP FIVE INDUSTRIES IN THE U.S.A.
Download or read book The Mystery of the Louisville Star written by Joseph S Nettles and published by Strategic Book Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04-01 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are plenty of mysteries beneath the surface of the novel The Mystery of the Louisville Star: Can the Louisville Star Retain Secrets From Her Watery Grave? There are only two known survivors when the Louisville Star riverboat sinks in a rain storm south of Port Gibson, Mississippi in 1915. One is a riverboat gambler, and the other a six-month-old white baby boy that he rescued. The two wash ashore at a cotton plantation north of Natchez. The orphans' home there rejects the baby on technical grounds. An old black man who lives on the plantation is given the task of caregiver, raising the boy to adulthood. The year is now 1935 and the story shifts to the New Orleans nightclub scene, with its riverboat cruises, jazz music and Creole cuisine. But the city's mood is darkened after eight murders take place. Is it possible The Mystery of the Louisville Star can have a fairytale ending?
Download or read book Marine Engineering Log written by and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Shipwreck written by Cindy Lou Bailey and published by TEACH Services, Inc.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on Paul's admonition to Timothy to keep a pure conscience and hold Faith lest he should become shipwrecked, Shipwreck, How to Hold On to Your Faith looks into some modern maritime disasters seeking the key to lost Faith. This practical little book helps discover areas of pride and bitterness in the life. It opens up the way for the good ship Grace to minister to the heart and restore Hope.You will be drawn into the stories of Bismarck, Titanic and Sir Earnest Shackleton's ship Endurance as you walk through this heart journey, which will strengthen your Faith.Cindy Lou Baily is a senior psychology major studying at Liberty University's Distance Learning Program. Cindy Lou is currently living in Southern Oregon. She and her husband Gene have four home educated children, Elisha 13, Vixie 10, Sylvan 8, and Zion 6.
Download or read book Dorothy Dixon and the Mystery Plane written by Dorothy Wayne and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-22 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Dorothy Dixon and the Mystery Plane' by Dorothy Wayne, readers are taken on an thrilling adventure with the young and daring protagonist, Dorothy Dixon, as she uncovers the secrets of a mysterious plane crash. Written in a captivating and suspenseful style, the book combines elements of mystery, adventure, and clever detective work, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre. The story is set in the early 20th century, capturing the essence of the time period through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling. Wayne's attention to detail and ability to create a sense of authenticity adds depth to the narrative, making it a standout in the world of young adult fiction. As readers follow Dorothy's journey, they will be kept on the edge of their seats, eager to unravel the mystery alongside her. Dorothy Wayne's background in aviation history and storytelling shines through in this exciting tale, drawing on her expertise to craft a believable and enthralling plot. Readers interested in aviation, mystery, and strong female leads will find 'Dorothy Dixon and the Mystery Plane' to be a delightful and engaging read that will keep them hooked until the very last page.
Download or read book The Ship of Dreams written by Gareth Russell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This original and “meticulously researched retelling of history’s most infamous voyage” (Denise Kiernan, New York Times bestselling author) uses the sinking of the Titanic as a prism through which to examine the end of the Edwardian era and the seismic shift modernity brought to the Western world. “While there are many Titanic books, this is one readers will consider a favorite” (Voyage). In April 1912, six notable people were among those privileged to experience the height of luxury—first class passage on “the ship of dreams,” the RMS Titanic: Lucy Leslie, Countess of Rothes; son of the British Empire Tommy Andrews; American captain of industry John Thayer and his son Jack; Jewish-American immigrant Ida Straus; and American model and movie star Dorothy Gibson. Within a week of setting sail, they were all caught up in the horrifying disaster of the Titanic’s sinking, one of the biggest news stories of the century. Today, we can see their stories and the Titanic’s voyage as the beginning of the end of the established hierarchy of the Edwardian era. Writing in his signature elegant prose and using previously unpublished sources, deck plans, journal entries, and surviving artifacts, Gareth Russell peers through the portholes of these first-class travelers to immerse us in a time of unprecedented change in British and American history. Through their intertwining lives, he examines social, technological, political, and economic forces such as the nuances of the British class system, the explosion of competition in the shipping trade, the birth of the movie industry, the Irish Home Rule Crisis, and the Jewish-American immigrant experience while also recounting their intimate stories of bravery, tragedy, and selflessness. Lavishly illustrated with color and black and white photographs, this is “a beautiful requiem” (The Wall Street Journal) in which “readers get the story of this particular floating Tower of Babel in riveting detail, and with all the wider context they could want” (Christian Science Monitor).
Download or read book Miscellaneous Publications written by Great Britain. Ministry of Information and published by . This book was released on 1946 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Survival Wars Books 1 3 written by Anthony James and published by Anthony James. This book was released on 2024-08-04 with total page 841 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The survival of humanity hangs in the balance. Science fiction action and adventure - this omnibus edition contains the first three volumes of the Survival Wars series. Includes: Crimson Tempest (Book 1) Humanity is fighting against an implacable foe. The Ghasts – a ruthless alien race - seem hell-bent on wiping out mankind. They have a vast warfleet and their technology is advancing at a terrible rate. Captain John Nathan Duggan and his crew are given a mission – find the missing ESS Crimson and bring it home. Little does Duggan realise, this is no ordinary mission. As he struggles against enemies both within and without, he desperately tries to unlock the mystery surrounding the Crimson’s disappearance and the unknown weapons it carries. He soon discovers the missing warship might be the only hope for salvation that mankind has left. Bane of Worlds (Book 2) Following his successful mission to recover the missing warship ESS Crimson, Captain John Duggan finds himself unredeemed in the eyes of his superiors. His duties resume and this time he’s given something easy - escort a cargo ship to a distant planet and bring it home safely. But war is never so predictable and a straightforward mission becomes something much more important. The outcome may well determine the future of humanity. Chains of Duty (Book 3) Following events at the Helius Blackstar, Duggan is given the Space Corps’ newest warship – a heavy cruiser armed to the teeth with the latest weapons and technology. A prospector craft, the SC Lupus, has gone missing and his superiors want to find out what happened and the aggressors dealt with accordingly. The wrecked spaceship is soon found. However, nothing is as it seems. What Duggan finds on a distant planet turns everything on its head. With the survival of humanity potentially in the balance, Duggan – a man forever chained by duty – is required to take the biggest risk of all. The man who has faced everything is about to come up against an opponent he cannot possibly defend himself against.
Download or read book Bane of Worlds written by Anthony James and published by Anthony James. This book was released on with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following his successful mission to recover the missing warship ESS Crimson, Captain John Duggan finds himself unredeemed in the eyes of his superiors. His duties resume and this time he’s given something easy - escort a cargo ship to a distant planet and bring it home safely. But war is never so predictable and a straightforward mission becomes something much more important. The outcome may well determine the future of humanity. Someone has terrible plans for the ESS Crimson and Duggan is about to find himself party to endless destruction. Even as worlds die, a new threat is waiting on the horizon. Bane of Worlds is a universe-spanning sci-fi adventure, which continues the Survival Wars series.
