Encyclopedia of Western Atlantic Shipwrecks and Sunken Treasure
Encyclopedia of Western Atlantic Shipwrecks and Sunken Treasure

Author: Victoria Sandz

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2006-10-25

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 078642902X

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From aerial survey to zoology, Part I of this two-part encyclopedia covers all aspects of underwater archeology, treasure hunting and salvaging. For example, entries are included for different types of artifacts, notable treasure hunters, the various salvaging equipment, and techniques in mapping and excavating. Part II covers the shipwrecks themselves, dividing them into 13 geographical categories. Beginning with the northernmost category (Canada) and ending with the southernmost (South America), every known shipwreck--both identified and unidentified--receives an entry in alphabetical order under its appropriate geographical category. Entries are by name, such as Andrea Gail, Titanic, and Queen Ann's Revenge. Unidentified is used when a shipwreck's name remains unknown. Entries give the nationality (e.g., Spanish, British, American), type (schooner, frigate, brig are three), function (examples: slave transportation, piracy, fishing), location and history of the shipwreck.

Coins and Currency
Coins and Currency

Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2019-08-12

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 1476677964

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 During ancient times currency took varied forms, including beaver skins, bales of tobacco, and sea salt blocks. As art and technology advanced, monetary systems and currencies altered. Today, coins and currency provide an historical and archeological record of culture, religion, politics, and world leaders. This updated second edition offers numerous entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. It begins with the origin of coins in ancient Sumer, and follows advancements in metallurgy and minting machines to paper, plastic, and electronic moneys designed to ease trade and halt counterfeiting and other forms of theft. A timeline of monetary history is provided along with a glossary and bibliography. Numerous photographs of coins and bills provide an up-close look at beautiful and ingenious artifacts.

Maritime Archaeology
Maritime Archaeology

Author: Jeremy Green

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2016-12-05

Total Pages: 491

ISBN-13: 1315424886

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Jeremy Green's systematic overview of maritime archaeology offers a step-by-step description of this fast-growing field. With new information about the use of computers and Global Positioning Systems, the second edition of this handbook shows how to extract as much information as possible from a site, how to record and document the data, and how to act ethically and responsibly with the artifacts. Treating underwater archaeology as a discipline, the book demonstrates how archaeologists, "looters," academics, and governments interact and how the market for archaeological artifacts creates obstacles and opportunities for these groups. Well illustrated and comprehensive in its approach to the subject, this book provides an essential foundation for everybody interested in underwater environments, submerged land structures, and conditions created by sea level changes.

American Reference Books Annual, 2002
American Reference Books Annual, 2002

Author: Bohdan S. Wynar

Publisher: Libraries Unlimited

Published: 2002-05

Total Pages: 836

ISBN-13: 9781563089114

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This source of information on comtemporary American reference works is intended for the library and information community. It has nearly 1600 descriptive and evaluative entries, and reviews material from more than 300 publishers in nearly 500 subject areas. It should help the user keep abreast of reference publications in all fields, answer everyday questions and build up reference collections.

World Shores and Beaches
World Shores and Beaches

Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2005-08-15

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13:

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"This reference work begins with an introduction expressing the significance of beaches and shores. Each entry begins with a topographical description and contacts for the region, discusses topics such as mythical and tribal stories, artistry, religious meanings and pilgrimages, activism, conquests and the slave trade, piracy, human development, and tourism, concluding with a summary of coastal activities today"--Provided by publisher.

American Reference Books Annual
American Reference Books Annual

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Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13:

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1970- issued in 2 vols.: v. 1, General reference, social sciences, history, economics, business; v. 2, Fine arts, humanities, science and engineering.