Dr. Fereidun Shokatfard

Book Author

The Titanic Was More Than a Ship—It Was a Mirror

The Titanic has fascinated the world for over a century. But beyond the opulence and tragedy lies a deeper lesson. It was more than a ship. It was a mirror—reflecting humanity’s greatest strengths and fatal flaws. The confidence that led to her creation also contributed to her downfall. The belief in technology, the disregard for […]

Poetry as a Portal: Why I Chose Verse to Tell the Titanic’s Story

Many ask why I chose poetry instead of traditional narrative to recount the Titanic experience. The answer is simple: poetry lets the soul speak. There is something sacred in verse—the pauses, the rhythm, the emotions between the lines. As I wrote each poem, I felt the presence of those who had once walked the ship’s […]

A Friendship That Transcended Time: Meeting a Titanic Survivor

Though I only met Edwina a few times, those moments left a lasting impression. Over tea and quiet conversation, she spoke of lifeboats and loss, of music played to calm panicked hearts, and of a cold night that changed the world forever. Listening to her reminded me that every story matters. Even after her passing, […]