Ocean Liners of the Past - White Star Triple-screw Atlantic Liners "Olympic" and "Titanic"

Ocean Liners of the Past: White Star Triple-Screw Atlantic Liners “Olympic” and “Titanic” No. 1 is a detailed maritime study devoted to the great triple-screw express liners of the White Star Line. The volume focuses primarily on the Olympic-class ships, especially RMS Olympic and RMS Titanic, examining their conception, design, construction, and early service careers. The book places these vessels within the intense commercial rivalry of the North Atlantic passenger trade in the early twentieth century. It explains the technical significance of the triple-screw propulsion system, hull design, watertight subdivision, and onboard engineering innovations that marked a major step forward in ocean liner development. Detailed plans, photographs, and technical drawings accompany the text, providing insight into both structural features and interior arrangements. Beyond technical description, the work traces the operational histories of the ships, highlighting their role as symbols of prestige, luxury, and industrial ambition. Combining engineering analysis with historical narrative, the book serves as a valuable reference for maritime historians, ship enthusiasts, and model makers interested in the golden age of transatlantic liners.