Alexandria : The Submerged Royal Quarters Surveys and Excavations 1992-97 (Hardcover)

Mapping the remains of the submerged royal quarters of ancient Alexandria is a huge undertaking. The first part of this book details the sophisticated survey techniques used to survey, map and excavate the seabed and the remains hidden within it. Mapping the remains of the submerged royal quarters of ancient Alexandria is a huge undertaking. The first part of this book details the sophisticated survey techniques used to survey, map and excavate the seabed and the remains hidden within it. Selected accounts on the Great harbour and Palaces of Alexandria are discussed along with epigraphical documents, sculptural and architectural pieces recovered during the undertakings of the project. An important book recording one of the most significant and enigmatic sites in the Mediterranean.