Complete Idiot's Guide to Sunken Ships & Treasures

by Steven Johnson

A compendium of history's ill-fated seagoing vessels, from the Vikings and ancient Chinese junks to the 20th century, and the fate of the riches they carried. Maps and records reveal as much as is known about the maritime disasters, including names of ships, dates and locations.

452 pages, Paperback

First published November 10, 1999

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[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many interesting facts on the title subject. There's even a section called "Notable Pirates" - I'd forgotten that Sir Francis Drake was a one. Appendixes of glossary, sources for more ship & treasure facts, & list of wrecks.