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<b>The story of the worldʼs most famous liner, told through a fascinating selection of important objects</b><br> <br> <br> <br> Showcasing a mixture of original artefacts, authentic reproductions, and items from <i>Titanic</i>'s sister ship <i>Olympic, Titanic</i> authorities Bruce Beveridge and Steve Hall have worked closely with White Star Memories to skillfully retell the story of <i>Titanic</i> in 50 objects. Poignant original artefacts include letters mailed from the ship; the butcher's gold pocket watch; violinist Wallace Hartley's sheet music, recovered with his body; carpenters' tools used during construction; Turkish Bath wall tiles; and even a piece of coal from the wreck site.<br> <br> <br> <br> Reproductions and treasures from <i>Olympic</i> include a full-scale Grand Staircase 'Honour & Glory' clock; a Bronze Grand Staircase cherub; dining chairs; tables; washstands; light fixtures; wood fittings; bedspreads; uniforms; and much more besides. Also with fascinating text alongside carefully chosen archive images, this beautiful book brings the story of <i>Titanic</i> vividly to life.