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International Handbook of Underwater Archaeology
. Ed(S): Ruppe, Carol V.; Barstad, Jane F.
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Description for International Handbook of Underwater Archaeology
paperback. Editor(s): Ruppe, Carol V.; Barstad, Jane F. Series: The Springer Series in Underwater Archaeology. Num Pages: 881 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HD; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1701.
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.
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.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
881
Condition
New
Series
The Springer Series in Underwater Archaeology
Number of Pages
881
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9781461351207
SKU
V9781461351207
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99-15
Reviews for International Handbook of Underwater Archaeology
From the reviews: "The editors are to be congratulated in managing and controlling a huge body of geographically wide and chronologically diverse material. For the uninitiated, this handbook is a first-class, undaunting introduction to underwater archaeology, enabling the reader to grasp the current situation rapidly and accurately. For the specialist its importance lies in its accessibility to ... Read more