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by Duncan Ross (Author), Andy Torbet (Foreword by)
Discovering Submerged Stories: A Personal Dive into Britain's History is Duncan Ross's passionate venture into the hidden world of underwater archaeology. Blending personal narrative with historical insights, he reveals twelve fascinating submerged sites - from shipwrecks, a Victorian submarine, and a World War II plane, to ancient settlements and forests. Packed with stunning photos, this book is a must-read for diving enthusiasts and history buffs.
'The book is a great idea ... it shows the process in a way that encourages readers to do it themselves ... We need more people to get interested in our underwater cultural heritage, and this book will help achieve that.'-- Peter Holt, The SHIPS Project.
'Human history lies largely on the seabed, and it's still visible! I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.'-- Professor Martijn Manders, underwater archaeologist, University of Leiden.
'A true labour of love that will surely bite all readers with the bug.'-- Mark Beattie-Edwards, CEO, Nautical Archaeology Society.
'A heartfelt and illuminating journey through Britain's underwater heritage, told with the passion of someone who has truly immersed himself in the subject.'-- Gary Bankhead, Honorary Fellow, Department of Archaeology, Durham University.
'Wow! - Duncan's enthusiasm for the underwater world covers a fantastic range of sites - rivers, lakes and shipwrecks... A great read for those of us who enjoy exploring this hidden realm and the mysteries it holds.'- Chris Holden, Underwater Guides to North Wales.
'A must-read for anyone interested in nautical history.'- Chris Michael, Author of Wrecks of Liverpool Bay.
'A fascinating glimpse into the world of underwater archaeology in the UK, through the eyes of a diver with a passion for exploration and discovery.'-- Dan Pascoe, maritime archaeologist and researcher.
