100 Facts Shipwrecks

Stories of shipwrecks are intriguing, often somber, reminders of the power the sea wields. Its waters destroy even the most invincible vessels. Ships on the seafloor also preserve historic relics. Even today, people can find treasures aboard ships that sunk hundreds of years ago! This in-depth book takes readers under the surface and into the fascinating realm of shipwrecks. Through 100 facts, a variety of topics are explored, including how wrecks are found and some tales of the most famous and mysterious wrecks of all. Additional fact boxes, activities, and diagrams aid in comprehension and contribute to this absorbing subject.