Books with title Sunken Treasures

A rotting hull of a ship...lost gold...coins...gems...Sunken Treasure!Today treasure hunting is a big business. Searchers use metal detectors and sonar to locate treasure on the ocean floor. Divers use high-powered machinery to uncover objects buried in the sand and to raise them to the surface. And more than just treasures are discovered. A whole window into the past is opened up. A salvage can take months or even years. But it's worth it!

Storms and other dangers have sent thousands of ships to watery graves at the bottom of the sea. Many vessels carried valuable cargo, such as precious metals and gems, or items of historical interest, such as dishes and tools. The tragedies of these ships produce treasure years later, when scientists, archaeologists, and treasure hunters discover their lost cargos. Sunken Treasure takes the reader on the journey from disaster to discovery, and explores some of the oceans' most exciting underwater treasures. (20030401)

If the simple definition of a treasure is “something of value,” then why do we often automatically envision a buried chest of precious gems to define the term? In a world where we tell ourselves to “stop and smell the roses” and that “money does not buy happiness,” this easy read is a must. Its meaningful message will show a child how good it feels to love and appreciate, while reminding the adult reader the same.