The Magic Ship

Paretti, Sandra

ISBN 10: 0892724633 / ISBN 13: 9780892724635

Published by Down East Books, 1991

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Synopsis:

This is also the historical account of the Kronprinzessin Cecile, the famous German luxury liner that fled hostile seas on the eve of World War I and unexpectedly appeared in Frenchman Bay in August 1914. This entertaining novel is rich with memorable characters and revealing glimpses into the early days of Bar Harbor's fabulous summer cottage life.

From the Publisher: A luxury German ocean liner appears off the coast of Maine
In August, 1914, the luxury German ocean liner, Kronprinzessin Cecilie was bound from New York to Germany when World War I broke out. Rather than risk the liner's capture by British or French navies, the captain turned around, hoping to find safe harbor in the United States. Three days later, under cover of fog and darkness and running from British cruisers, he brought the ship and her more than 1200 passengers to port in the small, peaceful resort town of Bar Harbor, Maine.

What followed was a magical three months as the town grew to love the ship and its crew. First published in 1979, and based on actual events, The Magic Ship is filled with memorable characters, flourishing romances, and revealing glimpses of the heady days of Bar Harbor's fabulous summer "cottage" life.

REVIEW:from Maine Life: "Probably no better fictional account of Bar Harbor's high society exists."

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Magic Ship
Publisher: Down East Books
Publication Date: 1991
Binding: hardcover
Condition: Very Good