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Discovering Submerged Stories: A Personal Dive into Britain's History

Discovering Submerged Stories: A Personal Dive into Britain's History - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Duncan Ross, Andy Torbet (Foreword by)Publish date:11/11/2025Pages:288
Language:EnglishPublisher:Dived Up PublicationsISBN-13:9781909455641ISBN-10:1909455644UPC:9781909455641Book Category:History, Social Science, Sports & RecreationBook Subcategory:Maritime History & Piracy, Archaeology, Water SportsBook Topic:Scuba & SnorkelingSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.78 inchesWeight:1.2015Product ID:SCD64R4QX4

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.

Language:EnglishPublisher:Dived Up PublicationsISBN-13:9781909455641ISBN-10:1909455644UPC:9781909455641Book Category:History, Social Science, Sports & RecreationBook Subcategory:Maritime History & Piracy, Archaeology, Water SportsBook Topic:Scuba & SnorkelingSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.78 inchesWeight:1.2015Product ID:SCD64R4QX4
Ross, Duncan: - Duncan Ross is a passionate amateur underwater archaeologist with many years' involvement in the field as an enthusiast, spectator and participant. He is one of countless individuals who make an important contribution to the heritage sector through volunteering. He has achieved the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) Award in Maritime Archaeology and participated on archaeological projects. Duncan regularly contributes material to the NAS and the Maritime Archaeology Trust (MAT). He has written articles for the British Sub-Aqua Club's SCUBA magazine and produced archaeological reports for Cadw and the NAS.Torbet, Andy: - Andy Torbet is a veteran of the British Forces who swapped bomb disposal for exploration, adventure and stunts. From exploring deep underwater cave systems and finding lost shipwrecks to freediving with sharks. From scaling sheer mountain cliffs and climbing icebergs to high altitude skydiving and wingsuiting. Whether on an exploratory expedition, TV documentary or movie stunts it's always a real adventure.
Publisher: Dived Up Publications

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