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Underwater Archaeology
The NAS Guide to Principles and Practice

SECOND EDITION

The Nautical Archaeology Society Edited by AMANDA BOWENS

Underwater Archaeology: The NAS Guide to Principles and Practice provides a comprehensive summary of the archaeological process as applied in an underwater context. Containing extensive practical advice and information, including how to get involved, basic principles, essential techniques and approaches, project planning and execution, publishing and presenting, this book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in nautical archaeology. Fully illustrated with over 100 drawings and new colour graphics, this second edition includes additional chapters on Geophysics, Historical Research, Photography and Video, Monitoring and Maintenance and Conservation. With Underwater Archaeology the Nautical Archaeology Society reveals the real underwater treasure a rich cultural heritage that has helped shape the world in which we live. By outlining the principles and practices, this book will enable the reader to make informed and responsible decisions about how to get the most from their involvement with underwater archaeology. Table of Contents Foreword List of figures List of plates 1. The NAS Handbook why it was written 2. Underwater archaeology 3. Getting involved in underwater and foreshore archaeology 4. Basic principles - making the most of the clues 5. Project planning 6. Safety on archaeological sites under water and on the foreshore 7. International and national laws relating to archaeology under water 8. Archaeological recording 9. Historical research 10. Photography and video 11. Position-fixing 12. Underwater search methods 13. Geophysical and remote-sensing surveys 14. Underwater survey 15. Destructive investigative techniques 16. Archaeological conservation and first-aid for finds 17. Site monitoring and protection 18. Archaeological illustration 19. Post-fieldwork analysis and archiving 20. Presenting, publicising and publishing archaeological work Anchor recording appendix Gun appendix NAS Training Programme appendix Glossary References Index

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