Shipwrecks of the Pacific Northwest: Tragedies and Legacies of a Perilous Coast

by Maritime Archaeological Society, Jennifer Kozik (Editor)

SUBMERGED STORIES FROM THE GRAVEYARD OF THE PACIFIC

Over the past 350 years, an untold number of ships have met their end along the northern Oregon and southern Washington coasts. Shipwrecks of the Pacific Northwest investigates some of the most compelling historic shipwrecks—from the infamous to the nearly forgotten. Explore a handful of these vessels, fated to have their final resting place along 150 miles of the rugged Northwest coastline, including near the dangerous mouth of the Columbia River. Combining archaeological analysis and new research, this unique collection uncovers the tales of peril, tragedy, and heroism along with the tangible legacies and an exploration of what remains.

Genres: Nonfiction

200 pages, Hardcover

Published March 1, 2020

Reviews

[Angie Agerter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy free for my review, however, all thoughts are 100% my own.

I love local history books and am so curious about big ships. This book didn't disappoint at all. It played into the human element of these ships which I loved and told the full story. I felt, at times, that I was on the ship. Feeling and seeing what they were experiencing. A GREAT local history book that I would highly recommend.

[Nicole Buettner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic history of local shipwrecks. Each entry is written with a storyline that grabs you and keeps you wanting more. No dry history here. Already want another installment.

[Lara · Rating 2 out of 5]

How can a book of shipwrecks be boring??? Ahhhhh!

Such a disappointment!!

Everything about this book was a massive flop. The stories were so dry and boring it made them feel as if they never happened. The photos are impossible to make out. Even the title is misleading! It’s shipwrecks of Oregon.

Honestly, it is baffling how something this interesting could be turned into such a boring book. What a shame. What a loss.

[Ginny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Over 350 years ago a number of ships have ended up the the "Pacific Graveyard" as they near the mouth of the Columbia River. The book by the Maritime Archaeological Society has various members research and tell true stories. Very readable, very well-written by the contributors. A must have for local history buffs. The latest in the Beeswax wreck at the Nehalem makes for engaging reading.

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It tells the stories of several ships that have wrecked along the Pacific Northwest. And each story is great to read. A well-written book that makes me want to visit all of the maritime museums in Washington and Oregon.

[Trevor Lichte · Rating 3 out of 5]

This review is for my own memory.

This was fine. The cover got me to impulse buy.
I did learn some fascinating information about local places I have been plenty of times, and how they got their names. Overall, interesting.

I don’t see much point in reading it again.

[Kristine Noon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I grew up spending late summers on the mouth of the Columbia River, but have only had the pleasure of visiting the Maritime museum in Astoria once, way back in what was likely 2007. This book brought so much history to life for me. Organized by shipwreck in chronological order, these accounts were not dull. In fact several of them I read aloud to my husband and children, we all found intrigue and laughter (like in the great Christmas tree invasion shortly after Pearl Harbor was bombed). Thank you MAS, this book was just what I was looking for.

[Wan Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ship is like a living human and capturing the rich life is remarkable till the end of her journey.
Make me remember the journey I was in a LST and recapturing the Memory I spend with her. This book I give full credit (for) bringing history alive.