Rescuing Titanic: A True Story of Quiet Bravery in the North Atlantic. Flora Delargy. 2021. 80 pages. [Source: Library]
First sentence: The year was 1912 and it was the golden age of steam travel. In one of the world's busiest ports, great liners like floating hotels were docked, each hoping to outpace the other across the Atlantic. Before steamships, ocean travel had been fraught with danger and journeys were long and tiresome.
Premise/plot: I'd describe this one as an oversized illustrated nonfiction book for readers of all ages. It is a GREAT fit for elementary age readers. Yet, I could see adult enthusiasts enjoying this one as well.
This one is the story of two ships, two voyages. Carpathia and Titanic. The focus is on the Carpathia--no doubt about it. She was THE SHIP that came to responded to Titanic's distress calls. She was THE SHIP that changed course, risked its own danger from the icebergs, and came to rescue Titanic's survivors. They expected to find a Titanic in distress. What they found, I'm sure was haunting. They rescued those that they could. It is the story of that night/morning.
My thoughts: I loved, loved, loved, loved, LOVED, LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the illustrations. They are so absolutely fantastic. I loved the story as well. It breaks down the chronology of that night. It provides perspectives from both ships. Each spread features a CLOCK. I found this effective.
This book is SO WONDERFUL at what it does. Tell the story in a way that readers of all ages--but especially elementary grade readers--can grasp. It's a compelling read. Super happy to recommend this one.
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