The Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage: National Approaches and Perspectives - Third Edition - Hardcover

This third edition provides insights and reflections on developments in UCH law since the last publication in an expanded number of jurisdictions to provide a truly global picture. It represents an essential contemporary set of critical analyses on the evolution of the laws adopted by countries' seeking to apply appropriate responses to conservation of UCH assets. With coverage of issues relating to sovereignty, shared heritage and responsible archaeology, the contributors, all experts in this fascinating area of enduring legal interest, offer cogent and contemporary insights and examples of best practice to secure meaningful legal apparatus to protect and conserve UCH.