RMS Queen Mary

101 Questions and Answers About the Great Transatlantic Liner

Author:	David Ellery
Published:	2021
Format:	Paperback, 128 pages
Size:	198 × 129 × 11 mm

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Queen Mary

A question-and-answer guide to the legendary Cunard liner, packed with photos and fascinating facts from maritime expert David Ellery.

RMS Queen Mary: 101 Questions and Answers About the Great Transatlantic Liner offers a fresh and accessible look at one of the most beloved ships in maritime history. Structured around 101 carefully chosen questions, this insightful guide answers everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Queen Mary – from her design and construction to her wartime service, record-breaking Atlantic crossings and lasting legacy.

Maritime historian and broadcaster David Ellery brings deep expertise and a light touch to this illustrated book, revealing not just the technical and historical details, but also the human stories and cultural impact of the liner that once symbolised Britain’s emergence from economic depression and dominated the golden age of transatlantic travel.

Lavishly illustrated with archival photos and rare documents, this is both a superb introduction for newcomers and a rich companion for long-time admirers of the Queen Mary.

About the Author

David Ellery is a feature writer, documentary producer and maritime historian. He has produced numerous award-winning films, including BBC’s Regal & Retired – the story of RMS Queen Mary, and has written extensively on iconic ocean liners. A regular speaker aboard cruise ships, he lives in Hampshire with his wife and three children.

Praise for RMS Queen Mary: 101 Questions and Answers

“This nicely-produced book asks, and answers, 101 questions about the Queen Mary. This approach offers a different and interesting perspective, and the informative text is accompanied by photographs and other original material.”
– Ships Monthly