Wreck Of The London

By Gerard Moultrie

Book Overview

Wreck Of The London is a book written by Gerard Moultrie, which tells the story of the tragic sinking of the steamship London in 1866. The London was a passenger ship that was sailing from Gravesend, England to Melbourne, Australia when it hit a reef off the coast of Portugal. The ship was carrying over 400 passengers and crew members, and only a handful of them survived the disaster.The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the sinking of the London, including the ship's construction and its journey across the Atlantic. It also examines the aftermath of the disaster, including the rescue efforts and the subsequent investigation into the cause of the sinking.Through firsthand accounts and historical records, Moultrie paints a vivid picture of the chaos and tragedy that unfolded on board the London. He also explores the social and political context of the time, including the impact of the disaster on British shipping and the public's reaction to the loss of life.Overall, Wreck Of The London is a compelling and informative book that offers a powerful insight into one of the most devastating maritime disasters of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163256587
• ISBN13: 9781163256589
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"