Resources
If we’ve piqued your interest, why not explore some additional resources and expand your knowledge of ocean liners? Books are a great way to start, but models are also a fun way to get to know individual ships. Collecting memorabilia can be a very rewarding pastime, and there are many specialized dealers on the internet, at auction (live or online), or treasures can be found in antiques shops if you stumble across the right items. Of course, there is also the ultimate (and affordable!) experience of a transatlantic crossing on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2!
Books
Every once in a while a new ocean liner book is published, but many of the classic books are out of print. Fortunately, you can often find them in used bookstores or online. Click below for a list of some of the best books. My recommendation would be to start with John Maxtone-Graham’s “The Only Way to Cross”, Walter Lord’s “A Night to Remember”, or any of Bill Miller’s books.
Models
Plastic models are becoming harder to find, but with a little digging they are still available. A great alternative is paper(card) models. Some of my favorite companies are JSC, HMV, and Schreiber-Bogen. 1:1200 scale metal models are pricier and more specialized, but also a lot of fun.
Queen Mary 2
The only true ocean liner still sailing, the Queen Mary 2 is a magnificent ship and carries on a proud tradition. Find out more at Cunard.