Underwater Archaeology : Exploring the World Beneath the Sea

by Jean-Yves Blot

For centuries divers have been raising treasures from the sea. Today archaeologists can excavate at previously unimaginable depths, using sophisticated technology to provide invaluable information about our past. This book highlights the danger and excitement of this work, and shows the painstaking research involved in exploring our unique underwater heritage.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Archaeology, Science

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[Lauren Stoolfire · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was fascinating. I just wish it were a bit longer and more detailed on certain sections.

[Sachini Bgsd · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very beautiful book. It is very elegant and beautifully written short and informative. The imagery is very beautiful and backup every written word followed by Documents. The books begin with Lomellina, the shipwreck founded in the 16th century followed by early exploration continuing to the present time. It is absolutely well put, simple yet sophisticated and compelling. I loved it and I read it within 45 minutes.

[Amanda Witt · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short but interesting book, detailing shipwrecks from ancient times to the Titanic and the issues that arise from trying to explore and retrieve bits from the wreck sites

[Jane]

This resource was helpful for my Art of the Multiple Process Diary assessment.

[Nav · Rating 3 out of 5]

They really tried to cram in as much as possible (information and visuals alike).

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great little book filled with lots of wrecks, info and photos.