International Handbook of Underwater Archaeology

Although underwater archaeology has assumed its rightful place as an important subdiscipline in the field, the published literature has not kept pace with the rapid increase in the number of both prehistoric and historic underwater sites. The editors have assembled an internationally distinguished r...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Ruppe, Carol V. (Editor), Barstad, Jane F. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Springer US 2002, 2002
Edition:1st ed. 2002
Series:The Springer Series in Underwater Archaeology
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:Although underwater archaeology has assumed its rightful place as an important subdiscipline in the field, the published literature has not kept pace with the rapid increase in the number of both prehistoric and historic underwater sites. The editors have assembled an internationally distinguished roster of contributors to fill this gap. In addition to both geographical and topical approaches, the chapters also focus on technology, law, public and private institutional roles and goals, and the research and development of future technologies and public programs
Physical Description:XXVIII, 881 p online resource
ISBN:9781461505358