Spannender und authentischer Bericht über den dramatischen Untergang des Luxusliners.
Walter Lord Bücher
Walter Lord war ein amerikanischer Autor, der für seine dokumentarische Sachliteratur bekannt ist, insbesondere für seine Schilderung des Untergangs der RMS Titanic. Sein erzählerischer Ansatz zeichnete sich durch akribische Recherche und packendes Storytelling aus, das die Leser direkt in historische Ereignisse einbezog. Lord's Methode der Sachbuchpräsentation legte den Grundstein für zeitgenössische historische Berichte, und seine Werke sprechen die Leser bis heute durch ihre Lebendigkeit und Genauigkeit an. Er erforschte menschliche Erfahrungen in Krisensituationen und hob oft übersehene Details hervor.







Die Titanic-Katastrophe. Der dramatische Untergang des Luxusdampfers
- 205 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
Am 14. April 1912 kurz nach 23.40 Uhr, nahm die Jungfernfahrt der "Titanic" ein jähes Ende: das größte und sicherste Schiff seiner Zeit rammte einen Eisberg und sank innerhalb von drei Stunden. "Ein überwältigendes Buch, zweifellos das Beste seiner Art...
Dawn's Early Light
- 402 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of the War of 1812, the narrative details the coordinated assault on Washington, DC, by enemy naval and ground forces in the summer of 1814, followed by their advance towards Baltimore. Walter Lord vividly recounts the tension and tumult of this pivotal moment in American history, highlighting the role of Baltimore's privateers and the broader implications for the fledgling republic.
The book provides a detailed narrative of a pivotal naval battle that has been recognized as a significant event in maritime history, comparable to Trafalgar. It delves into the strategic maneuvers, key players, and the broader implications of the conflict, highlighting its importance in shaping naval warfare and international relations. The account is enriched with insights and analyses, making it a compelling read for history enthusiasts and those interested in military strategy.
A Night to Remember: The Classic Account of the Final Hours of the Titanic
- 208 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
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The Miracle of Dunkirk
- 366 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
In May 1940, the remnants of the French and British armies, broken by Hitler's blitzkrieg, retreated to Dunkirk. Hemmed in by overwhelming Nazi strength, the 338,000 men gathered on the beach were all that stood between Hitler and Western Europe. Crush them, and the path to Paris and London was clear. Unable to retreat any farther, the Allied soldiers set up defense positions and prayed for deliverance. Prime Minister Winston Churchill ordered an evacuation on May 26, expecting to save no more than a handful of his men. But Britain would not let its soldiers down. Hundreds of fishing boats, pleasure yachts, and commercial vessels streamed into the Channel to back up the Royal Navy, and in a week nearly the entire army was ferried safely back to England.


