An introduction to underwater archaeology focussing on marine preservation, diving techniques and the procedure's origins in the Mediterranean.  Many case studies are included such as the recovery of amphoras off Kyrenia; the examination of a Carthaginian warship near Sicily; a Viking ship at Roskilde; and the raising of the Vasa in Stockholm Bay.  An additional chapter covers the exploration of sunken harbours such as the Phoenician harbour at Atlit; King Herod's port at Caeserea; and Port Royal in Jamaica.  Illustrated with b&w photographs, line drawings and site plans.  94 pages.  Hardback in a worn but complete dustjacket, otherwise good clean condition.  Cat No 4112