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430. Titanic: The Iceberg Strikes (Part 4)

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430. Titanic: The Iceberg Strikes (Part 4) mentions Titanic Lives by Richard Davenport Hines, Titanic Lies by Richard Davenport Hines, and Tom Brown's School Days by Thomas Hughes with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Titanic Lives
Richard Davenport Hines

It's actually a lovely story destroyed by that sinister impression of his…

Titanic Lies
Richard Davenport Hines

Richard Davenport Hines in his book Titanic Lies has a brilliant section on all this.

Some listeners may remember our podcast which we talked about, Tom Brown's School Days.

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It is Sunday the 14th of April 1912, and the passengers of the Titanic, from the tycoons in first class to the migrants in third class, have been enjoying a journey incomparable in its modernity. The weather, up until that point exceptionally clement, suddenly grew colder, stiller, calmer, and the ice warnings that had been coming through the ship’s sophisticated communications machine since Friday were growing evermore urgent. Ominously, they were left beneath piles of competing letters, unread. Then, at 11.40pm that night, a night of dancing and laughter, a cry came from the crow’s nest: “Iceberg ahead!” Join Dominic and Tom as they unpack the captivating lives and stories of the Titanic’s third class passengers, and recount the days and moments building up to the ship’s final hours. *The Rest Is History LIVE in 2024* Tom and Dominic are back onstage this summer, at Hampton Court Palace in London! Buy your tickets here: therestishistory.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett
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Richard Davenport Hines

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Thomas Hughes

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  • The strongest audience signal points to History enthusiasts and those interested in immigrant narratives and Historians and those interested in immigration narratives.

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Titanic Lives
Richard Davenport Hines
Best for History enthusiasts and those interested in immigrant narrativesOften cited around Titanic passenger stories

Sadie, when we went to Belfast to see the Titanic Museum and she was reading Richard Davenport Hines' book, Titanic Lives.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in immigrant narratives
Key quote: It's actually a lovely story destroyed by that sinister impression of his…
The host discusses the poignant story of the Goldsmith family from Richard Davenport Hines' book 'Titanic Lives.' This narrative highlights the emotional complexities and aspirations of immigrants aboard the Titanic, particularly focusing on their hopes for a new beginning in America.
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Titanic Lies
Richard Davenport Hines
Best for Historians and those interested in immigration narrativesOften cited around Immigration and Titanic

Richard Davenport Hines in his book Titanic Lies has a brilliant section on all this.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in immigration narratives
Key quote: Richard Davenport Hines in his book Titanic Lies has a brilliant section on all this.
The host mentions 'Titanic Lies' to highlight the diverse backgrounds of passengers on the Titanic, particularly focusing on the experiences of marginalized groups like Lebanese and Armenian Christians. This book provides a detailed exploration of the socio-political context that led to their emigration during a tumultuous period in history.
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Best for Listeners interested in historical connections and cultural references.Often cited around Tom Brown's School Days

The author of that book, Thomas Hughes, makes an indirect appearance here because his son-in-law is on the Titanic, the Reverend Ernest Carter.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Listeners interested in historical connections and cultural references.
Key quote: Some listeners may remember our podcast which we talked about, Tom Brown's School Days.
The host mentions 'Tom Brown's School Days' to highlight the connection between the book's author, Thomas Hughes, and a passenger on the Titanic, Reverend Ernest Carter. This reference serves to illustrate the cultural context of the time and the kind of entertainment that was present on the ship during its final night.
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Titanic Lives
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It's actually a lovely story destroyed by that sinister impression of his…
Titanic Lies
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Richard Davenport Hines in his book Titanic Lies has a brilliant section on all this.
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The Rest Is History · 36:05
Some listeners may remember our podcast which we talked about, Tom Brown's School Days.
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Titanic Lives
Richard Davenport Hines

The host discusses the poignant story of the Goldsmith family from Richard Davenport Hines' book 'Titanic Lives.' This narrative highlights the emo…

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Titanic Lies
Richard Davenport Hines

The host mentions 'Titanic Lies' to highlight the diverse backgrounds of passengers on the Titanic, particularly focusing on the experiences of mar…

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Mentioned at 36:05
Tom Brown's School Days
Thomas Hughes

The host mentions 'Tom Brown's School Days' to highlight the connection between the book's author, Thomas Hughes, and a passenger on the Titanic, R…

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Titanic

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Jack Dawson, as played by Leonardo DiCaprio, saves Rose from jumping off the ship in a suicidal fit of depression.