Englishman with multifaceted career: Lawrence Beesley was an English science teacher, journalist, and author [Wikipedia].
Titanic survivor: His most notable experience, however, was being a survivor of the ill-fated RMS Titanic that sank in 1912 [Wikipedia]. He was a second-class passenger on the ship [HarperCollins Publishers].
Author of a successful book: Just nine weeks after the disaster, Beesley capitalized on his experience by publishing a well-received book titled "The Loss of the SS Titanic" [Wikipedia]. The book offered a firsthand account of the events leading up to and following the sinking [Amazon.com].
Detailed and insightful account: Beesley's book is considered one of the most comprehensive and fair accounts of the disaster [Amazon.com]. His background as a science teacher likely contributed to his keen observations and detailed descriptions
Brief brush with Hollywood: Interestingly, Beesley attempted to be an extra in the movie "A Night to Remember" which depicted the sinking of the Titanic. Unfortunately, directorial veto due to union rules prevented his cameo appearance [Amberley Publishing]. He did want to "go down with the ship" again, at least figuratively [Amberley Publishing].
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