The Ancient mariners /

Reconstructs, through the work of marine archaeologists in the Aegean, ships of antiquity, featuring details of their design and fabrication. Shows that ancient ships are treasure troves of information, including the documentation of trade routes, products, and even social conditions. Includes anima...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Authors:	Public Broadcasting Associates, PBS Video
Format:	Video VHS
Language:	English
Published:	Alexandria, Va. : PBS Video, 1981.
Series:	Odyssey.
Subjects:	Shipbuilding > Aegean Sea Region > History. Navigation > Aegean Sea Region > History. Underwater archaeology > Aegean Sea. Shipbuilding > Mediterranean Region > History. Navigation > Mediterranean Region > History.

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Summary:	Reconstructs, through the work of marine archaeologists in the Aegean, ships of antiquity, featuring details of their design and fabrication. Shows that ancient ships are treasure troves of information, including the documentation of trade routes, products, and even social conditions. Includes animated sequences and special sound effects, along with maps and photographs.
Item Description:	VHS format. Videorecording.
Physical Description:	1 videocassette (60 min.) : sound, color ; 1/2 in.
Audience:	Ages 17 through adults. Archaeology.
Production Credits:	Cinematographer, Werner Bundschuh ; graphic designer, Salvator Raciti ; editor, Werner Bundschuh ; narrator, Don Wescott ; consultant, Peter Throckmorton.