The Empress of Ireland is the forgotten ship disaster of the early 20th century. Sandwiched between the Titanic and Lusitania, she has been overshadowed by thos two famous wrecks, yet proportionately more people were lost when this luxurious liner collided with a collier in the St Lawrence seaway in May 1914 than in either the Titanic or Lusitania. Only 350 survived out of a complement of 1470. Because of the strong tides and murky water in the St Lawrence River, the wreck remains a difficult proposition for divers, although this hasn't stopped it being plundered by scavengers. This is an enthralling book about the story of the wreck and the dangers of diving on her. Highly recommended. ( )