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Dead Wake
A Verdadeira História do Navio Lusitania e Seus Últimos Dias
Erik Larson · 2015 · 544 pages
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About the book
Erik Larson reconstructs the final voyage of the British ocean liner Lusitania in May 1915, during World War I. Through meticulous research and engaging narrative, the author weaves together the stories of passengers and crew, Captain Wilhelm Schwieger's obsession with his submarine, and the political decisions that sealed the ship's fate.
With his characteristic mastery, Larson creates an intimate portrait of a historical disaster, capturing hopes, fears, and the final moments before a tragedy that would shock the world and help determine the course of the Great War.
Book details
| Author | Erik Larson |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2015 |
| Pages | 544 |
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