Robert D. Ballard Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

Fueled by an abiding concern with environmental crisis for more than three decades, contemporary artist Alexis Rockman (b. 1962) depicts an ominous and complex vision of ocean life affected by humankind in a monumental new series titled Oceanus.

Bekannt wurde der Unterwasserarchäologe Robert Ballard durch die Entdeckung zahlreicher Schiffswracks, darunter die legendäre Titanic und die Bismarck. Unter anderem davon berichtet der Abenteurer in seiner Biografie. Doch neben streng geheimen Marinemissionen erzählt Ballard auch von seinen privaten Erfolgen und den Ehren der Wissenschaft, seiner Legasthenie und dem Tod seines Sohns ... Verschriftlicht von Bestsellerautor Christopher Drew.

The legendary explorer of Titanic and Lusitania reveals the secret military missions behind his famous exploits.

Archaeological Oceanography is a comprehensive exploration of the emerging field of deep-sea archaeology. While marine archaeologists have been uncovering underwater shipwrecks since the 1950s, their work has primarily focused on shallower depths. This book highlights recent advancements that allow researchers to delve into the mysteries of the deep ocean, significantly enhancing our understanding of archaeology, maritime history, and anthropology. Renowned oceanographer Robert Ballard, famous for discovering the Titanic, brings together a diverse group of pioneers in archaeological oceanography, including archaeologists, oceanographers, and engineers. They share insights into the history and development of advanced deep-submergence technology, which is crucial for locating and excavating both ancient and modern shipwrecks and cultural sites submerged in the ocean. The contributors recount their own expedition experiences and address the challenges that future research programs will face in securing the necessary resources for this vital work. Their collective expertise sheds light on the importance of deep-sea exploration in understanding our past and the cultural heritage lying beneath the waves.

The world famous undersea explorer and oceanographer provides a richly illustrated study of the final resting places of some of the world's great ships, including the Titanic, her sister ship Britannic, the Lusitania, the Andrea Doria, the Bismarck, and others, capturing the graveyard of the ships and memorabilia from the vessels.

Ein berühmter Ozeanforscher, Entdecker der Titanic, bietet eine chronologische Darstellung der Suche nach den während der Schlacht von Midway gesunkenen Schiffen, einschließlich der Yorktown, und enthält Erinnerungen von amerikanischen und japanischen Veteranen des Konflikts.

The man who discovered the wreck of the Titanic looks back on a career spent looking for sunken ships and exploring volcanic cracks in the ocean floor to confirm the theory of plate tectonics

Depicts five famous ships that have been lost at sea in modern times, the Empress of Ireland, the Lusitania, the Andrea Doria, the Britannic, and the Titanic.

The stories of the great lost liners are the focus of this book. The Lusitania, Titanic and the Brittanic among others, are explored. Today these ships lie on the ocean floor. This book offers a guided tour, using underwater photography, and tells the story of their glory days.

Kromě zkoumání forem života ve velkých hloubkách, ověřování teorie o geologii mořského dna a objevu hydrotermálních pramenů je popisován i triumf při objevení vraku Titaniku, nález válečné lodi Bismarck.

In an illustrated autobiography, the renowned marine geologist and adventurer who discovered the remains of the Titanic recounts his achievements, from plumbing undersea canyons to rescuing the lost ships of Guadalcanal. Reprint.

This highly illustrated book investigates the sinking of the Cunard liner, Lusitania. It features Ballard's unique underwater photography paired with high-quality archival material in fascinating then and now spreads.

Die Entdeckung eines israelischen U-Bootwracks vor Kreta, das vor 20 Jahren in geheimer Mission unterwegs war, führt zu politischen und militärischen Verwicklungen.

The story of the Titanic right up to its rediscovery is told for more advanced, independent young readers by the man who discovered the great sunken ship.

This is a story based on World War II events at the island of Guadalcanal, where some of the fiercest sea battles of 1942 occurred. Memories of some of the traced survivors are used, accompanied by photographs and paintings.

A popular gift volume featuring dozens of meticulously accurate, full-color paintings--including a fold-out illustration of the whole Titanic --offers a wealth of information about the "unsinkable" cruise ship and its fatal voyage.

Three miles beneath the Atlantic a feared Nazi warship stands proudly defiant.... Here, from the man who brought the world the Titanic , is the unforgettable story of Hitler's most famous battleship -- how she sailed, was sunk under fire, and then thrillingly rediscovered nearly fifty years later. In words and pictures, Robert Ballard gives a gripping account of his exploration of the wreck of the Bismarck and sheds new light on many of the questions that surround the sinking -- or was it scuttling? -- of this mighty war machine. Inside are over 400 illustrations, two full-page fold-outs, full-color maps, charts and diagrams.

For the first time, the complete story of the sinking and discovery of the "Titanic" is available to young readers, written by the author of the bestseller "The Discovery of the Titanic". "Captures the drama of both the night of the sinking as well as . . . the discovery of the great ship. . . . Stunning".--"School Library Journal", starred review. Full-color illustrations.

Packende Darstellung von Untergang und Wiederentdeckung des für unsinkbar gehaltenen Luxusliners; mit faszinierendem Bildmaterial.

Here is the first-hand account of Dr. Ballard's quest to find the Titanic. Including rare archival photos and charts, this volume recounts the Titanic's tragic last night and describes the drama of the expedition that finally found and explored her. Plus Dr. Ballard reveals the ship's location and lays to rest many of its mysteries. 48-page color insert.