{"product_id":"the-shipwreck-atlas-9781836002390","title":"The Shipwreck Atlas","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the stories, uncover the secrets and trace the misfortunes of 50 of the world's most fascinating shipwrecks in The Shipwreck Atlas, illustrated in exquisite fine art detail. \u003c\/p\u003eWhy do ships sink? What really happens when they go down? Join Dr Profundo on a voyage across the world's waters to uncover the astonishing true stories behind real-life shipwrecks. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWith more than 50 fascinating case studies uncovering the mysteries surrounding shipwrecks beneath the waves, The Shipwreck Atlas offers a captivating journey through maritime history and discovery. Written by Jo Arnold, a trusted voice in children's books, this immersive guide provides an expert yet accessible look at what lies hidden on the seabed. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor example, readers will learn about:  The Mary Rose, a shipwreck which left historians scratching their heads for centuries.  The SS Gairsoppa which sank in just twenty minutes. The HMS Erebus and HMS Terror which were trapped in ice before sinking in Arctic Waters in 1848. SS Sultana's deadly explosion on the Mississippi River. . . . and many more extraordinary stories from across the world's waters. \u003cbr\u003eEach spread features full-bleed artwork and engaging annotations, bringing the drama and mystery of each wreck to life. Discover the ships in their glory days and their resting places on the ocean floor, zoom in on remarkable artefacts and learn fascinating facts through 'Did you know?' bubbles and 'In numbers' lists. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for curious minds, The Shipwreck Atlas combines adventure, history and science in a visually stunning package. This is the ultimate book for young explorers, budding historians and anyone fascinated by the secrets that lie beneath the sea. \u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN13: 9781836002390\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Pages: 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date: 14 Jul 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Quarto Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication City, Country: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (cm): 31(H)x25.6(L)x1.4(W)850\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (gm): 850\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003eJo Arnold is a writer based on the Isles of Scilly. She has 42k followers on her Instagram page, @thelittleliterarysociety. She has a degree in English from Queen Mary, University of London. She is a Secondary School English teacher and book reviewer.\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Ms. Arnold packs a sometimes dizzying amount of detail into this slim volume, balancing a deep interest in her subject with a careful respect for these unfortunate ships and their passengers and crew.”\u003c\/p\u003e * The Wall Street Journal *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A first purchase for collections where oceanic nonfiction is popular.\"\u003c\/p\u003e * School Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The illustrations will attract browsers; transportation and disaster enthusiasts will appreciate the details in this specialized STEM\/social studies crossover.\"\u003c\/p\u003e * Booklist *","brand":"Jo Arnold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49180371910873,"sku":"9781836002390","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/9530\/8441\/files\/9781836002390_223edf30-3c6f-4795-be17-18656e0bfb58.jpg?v=1788354533","url":"https:\/\/www.arielbooks.com.au\/products\/the-shipwreck-atlas-9781836002390","provider":"Ariel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}