Bidspirit auction | 2 Maritime Archaeology Reference Books

2 Maritime Archaeology Reference Books from Peter Benchley's Personal Library - Willard Bascom (American, 1916-2000) and Peter Earle (British, b. 1937). Two hardcover volumes titled Deep Water, Ancient Ships: The Treasure Vault of the Mediterranean and The Treasure of the Concepción: The Wreck of the Almiranta. The first work was published by Doubleday in 1976, and the second was published by Viking Press in 1980. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.