432. Titanic: The Survivors (Part 6)

Walter Lord

So the Walter Lord book, the very famous book, A Night to Remember, which has became the definitive account probably for the best part of 50 years, r…

Richard Davenport Hines

Richard Davenport Hines in his book, Titanic Lives, has really dug into the stats about why you live and why you die.

Richard Davenport Hines

Richard Davenport Hines, who I think it's fair to say, writes his book Titanic Lies very much as a dark comedy.

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"Then it is I drown again, with all those dim lost faces I never understood… Include me in your lamentations.” The aftermath of the Titanic’s sinking saw different reactions erupt across the Atlantic, and the responses of both mourners and onlookers were visceral. Guilt-ridden survivors were both ostracised and lauded. Heroes became legends - the unsinkable Molly Brown and the band that played on till the frozen end - while villains were condemned forever more. Reputations were splintered and characters blackened as the investigation went on. None more so than J. Bruce Ismay, the head of White Star, whose survival was viewed as a weakness of character. But the key question needed answering: was anyone really to blame, and if yes, who? Join Dominic and Tom, as they discuss the terrible aftershocks of the sinking of the Titanic, as they unpick truth from legend, and analyse James Cameron’s 1995 film, which famously immortalised this extraordinary story. *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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Walter Lord

Best for History enthusiasts and Titanic researchersOften cited around Titanic survivor stories

“The Walter Lord book, the very famous book, A Night to Remember, which has became the definitive account probably for the best part of 50 years, really, didn't it?”

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Trigger: Titanic survivor stories

For: History enthusiasts and Titanic researchers

Key quote: “So the Walter Lord book, the very famous book, A Night to Remember, which has became the definitive account probably for the best part of 50 years, really, didn't it?”

The host mentions 'A Night to Remember' to highlight its significance as a definitive account of the Titanic disaster, based on survivor testimonies. This book serves as a crucial reference point for understanding the personal narratives intertwined with the historical event.

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Richard Davenport Hines

Best for Historians and those interested in maritime disastersOften cited around Titanic survival statistics

“Richard Davenport Hines in his book, Titanic Lives, has really dug into the stats about why you live and why you die.”

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Trigger: Titanic survival statistics

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Key quote: “Richard Davenport Hines in his book, Titanic Lives, has really dug into the stats about why you live and why you die.”

The host mentions 'Titanic Lives' to highlight the detailed analysis Richard Davenport Hines provides on survival rates during the Titanic disaster. The discussion emphasizes how gender and class significantly influenced survival chances, which is a key focus of the book.

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Richard Davenport Hines

Best for Readers interested in historical critiques and satireOften cited around Titanic disaster analysis

“Richard Davenport Hines writes his book Titanic Lies very much as a dark comedy, being scathing about William Alden Smith and the investigation into the Titanic disaster.”

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis

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Key quote: “Richard Davenport Hines, who I think it's fair to say, writes his book Titanic Lies very much as a dark comedy.”

The host mentions 'Titanic Lies' to highlight Richard Davenport Hines' satirical take on the investigations following the Titanic disaster. The book critiques the political and social implications of the tragedy, particularly focusing on the responses from both American and British authorities.

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A Night to Remember

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So the Walter Lord book, the very famous book, A Night to Remember, which has became the definitive account probably for the best part of 50 years, r…

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Richard Davenport Hines in his book, Titanic Lives, has really dug into the stats about why you live and why you die.

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Richard Davenport Hines, who I think it's fair to say, writes his book Titanic Lies very much as a dark comedy.

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