Product Description

Presents background information about the sinking of the Spanish galleon, Atocha, in 1622 and describes efforts to locate the wreck and successfully salvage its treasure more than 300 years later.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1092255 in Books
• Published on: 2003-07
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Library Binding
• 48 pages

From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6--A credible title about an amazing adventure. Matsen presents a brief description of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Señora deAtocha, her short life transporting treasure, her demise during a hurricane in 1622, and her discovery more than 360 years later. This is also the story of Mel Fisher's 16-year quest for the remains of the sunken ship and her cargo. Diving equipment, procedures, and recovery methods are clearly introduced, and the method of financing the venture by means of acquiring investors is simply but adequately explained. With blue shading along the top of each page, the layout is attractive and open. The colorful illustrations include numerous underwater photos, period reproductions, and a map. The beauty of some of the pictured artifacts will be a source of fascination for young readers. Make this a high-priority purchase.--Eldon Younce, Harper Elementary School, KS
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