Title: Titanic
Author: Paul Shipton
Genre: Historical fiction / Real-life tragedy adaptation
➤ Summary:
Paul Shipton’s Titanic retells the haunting story of the world’s most famous ship disaster — the RMS Titanic, which sank on its maiden voyage in April 1912. Through simple but emotionally powerful storytelling, the book captures the excitement, luxury, fear, and tragedy surrounding the ship’s short life and the people on board.
➤ The beginning of the journey:
The story begins in Southampton, England, where the grand and “unsinkable” Titanic prepares for its first voyage to New York. The ship is described as a floating palace, the largest and most luxurious ever built. Passengers from all social classes board — wealthy first-class travelers enjoying elegance and comfort, and poor emigrants in third class, filled with hope for a new life in America.
➤ Life on board:
During the first few days, the weather is calm and spirits are high. The novel contrasts the different worlds within the ship — lavish dining rooms for the rich, simple crowded cabins for the poor. Passengers meet, talk, and dream about their future. There is a sense of safety and pride because everyone believes the Titanic cannot sink.
➤ The iceberg:
Late at night on April 14, 1912, the ship receives warnings about icebergs, but the crew continues at full speed. Suddenly, the Titanic strikes an iceberg. The shock is small at first, but soon it becomes clear that the ship is mortally damaged. Fear and confusion spread among the passengers as the reality of the disaster unfolds.
➤ The sinking:
Lifeboats are lowered, but there are not enough for everyone. The rich and women with children are often given places first, while many men, especially from the lower decks, are left behind. The music from the ship’s band plays softly as people try to stay calm in the freezing night. The Titanic slowly tilts and breaks apart, disappearing beneath the dark waters of the Atlantic.
➤ Aftermath:
Over 1,500 people lose their lives, and only a few are rescued by the ship Carpathia. Survivors are left traumatized, realizing that human pride and overconfidence led to the tragedy. The story ends with a sense of sorrow but also remembrance — a warning about the limits of technology and the power of nature.
➤ Themes:
The book explores themes of class division, hope and despair, human arrogance, and the fragility of life. It reminds readers that wealth and power cannot protect against fate or nature’s strength.
➤ Tone and emotion:
Paul Shipton writes in a clear, moving, and respectful tone. Readers feel the excitement of the beginning, the growing fear during the collision, and the deep sadness of loss at the end. It’s both a historical account and a human story about courage, tragedy, and memory.
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