Thomas Andrews, Shipbuilder by Shan F. Bullock

"Thomas Andrews, Shipbuilder" by Shan F. Bullock is a biography published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1912, that chronicles the life of Thomas Andrews, the chief designer of the ill-fated RMS Titanic. The book highlights Andrews' contributions to shipbuilding and his personal virtues, portraying him as a dedicated and talented professional as well as a compassionate individual who cared deeply for others. The biography outlines Andrews' upbringing in Comber, his education, and his eventual rise through the ranks at Harland & Wolff shipyard. It details his profound dedication to his work, his innovative contributions to the construction of numerous notable ships, and his heroic actions during the Titanic's tragic maiden voyage, where he prioritized the safety of passengers over his own survival. The narrative paints a vivid picture of a man whose legacy extends beyond his professional achievements to his kindness and leadership, ultimately culminating in the selfless act of sacrifice that characterized his final moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bullock, Shan F., 1865-1935
Title Thomas Andrews, Shipbuilder
Credits Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class VM: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
Subject Titanic (Steamship)
Subject Andrews, Thomas, 1873-1912
Subject Harland and Wolff
Subject Naval architects -- Northern Ireland -- Belfast -- Biography
Category Text
eBook-No. 32166
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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