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Softcover. Zustand: As New. Leichte Kratzer / Abnutzungen / Druckstellen. The history of the RMS Queen Mary transcends the typical narrative of an ocean liner, as her journey has been anything but ordinary. While many of her contemporaries met tragic ends, the Queen Mary has thrived despite significant societal and economic chan…ges since her launch in 1934. As a luxury liner, she provided an unparalleled experience for passengers, featuring 27 public rooms adorned with carved marble, cast bronze doors, tapestries, bas relief, and expansive murals. Her 12 decks showcased 56 types of wood, fine oil paintings, and over 2,000 portholes. The first-class swimming pool boasted a stunning mother-of-pearl ceiling, while the lounge featured a soaring 30-foot ceiling and three onyx fireplaces. After 31 years of trans-Atlantic service, the Queen Mary transitioned to a new life in Long Beach, California, where she became a unique hybrid--sometimes referred to as a floating building or a land-dependent ship. Now permanently berthed in Long Beach, she has remained there longer than her time at sea, with prospects for many more years ahead.
