The discovery of the American ship Rapid, wrecked off Western Australia in 1811.This is a true story of a shipwreck and treasure lost at sea. When a mystery wreck is discovered at Madmans Corner, a remote area of Australia’s vast coast, maritime archaeologist set to work to unlock its secret. Their patient detective work uncovers the surprising story of the ship and its captain, and of a desperate episode in Australian history. Shipwreck at Madmans Corner is both an exciting mystery and adventure story, but also provides accurate and fascinating detail on the work and processes involved with maritime archaeological and historical research. 80 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), maps ; 25 cm. #1020 ISBN 10: 1920843469 ISBN 13: 9781920843465Rapid (Ship) | Shipwrecks — Western Australia — Madman’s Corner — Juvenile literature. | Treasure troves — Western Australia — Madman’s Corner — Juvenile literature. | Underwater archaeology — Western Australia — Madman’s Corner