ISBN 0-9540115-0-3

The "Dictionary of Shipwrecks Off the Isle of Man" is available in mini CD-ROM format (published 2001). The text contains 1,163 wrecks from the 356-year period from 1644 to 2000. It is the definitive historical work on shipwrecks around the Isle of Man. Anyone with an interest in diving, angling or Manx maritime history will find the text enjoyable to read and the degree of detail rewarding.

The text is held on a mini CD-ROM in a .pdf format and comes with Adobe Acrobat Reader. The whole text can be viewed on screen or printed in whole or in part. Please note that "Dictionary of Shipwrecks Off the Isle of Man" is only available in this format. A picture library and the laws on the finding of shipwrecks around the Isle of Man are included.

The CD-ROM will fit in any PC CD drive works in the same fashion as a full size disk.

The following review appears in the June 2001 edition of Sea Breezes magazine:

"The culmination of a lifetime's work, the author has collected together the story of some 1,163 total losses in the seas surrounding the Isle of Man. Dating from 1644, many of the wrecks have been forgotten, others generally unknown to the general public. It is a fascinating collection. This CD is likely to be a sell-out, as indeed the book version was. Using the latest technology this CD is sure to become a major source of information to all the countries bordering this Celtic Kingdom. Researchers from even further afield will also find it invaluable. Offered in an easy to use format, with search and edit facilities, it is also supported by a photo image library. Once your computer is "booted up", it is very hard to switch off. Definitely a leader in its field. Professionally done and good value."

Another review appeared in the Summer 2001 edition of Shipwrecks magazine:

This is what technology is all about - rarely have I seen so much information in so little space!

In general I tend to prefer a good book in my hand rather than a screen full of facts. However, this beautifully presented database, covering over 1150 wrecks off the Isle of Man, is perfectly suited to electronic media and would make a paper version look cumbersome and impractical. Shipwrecks' Secretary found the CD so inspiring that she is desperately hoping to organise a diving trip there in the not too distant future! A nice addition to every wreck enthusiast's bookshelf."

You can purchase this disk direct from the author for £24.95 plus £1.00 to cover post and packaging. Please make cheques payable to "Adrian Corkill".

Please send your order to:

Adrian Corkill
Creg Cottage
Bradda East
Port Erin
Isle of Man
IM9 6QA, British Isles

E-mail: adrian.corkill@manx.net

The disk is available in the following retail outlets:

Isle of Man
East
Diving Air Services, White Hoe, Douglas
Lexicon Bookshop, Strand Street, Douglas
Manx National Heritage Shop, Manx Museum, Douglas

West
House of Manannan, Peel

South
Bridge Bookshop, Shore Road, Port Erin
Nautical Museum, Castletown

North
St Paul's Bookshop, St Paul's Square, Ramsey