La Protección Internacional del Patrimonio Cultural Subacuático con Especial Referencia al Caso de Espa a is a comprehensive legal study by author J. Aznar Gómez, Mariano, focusing on the international protection of underwater cultural heritage, particularly in the context of Spain. The book delves into the complex world of maritime archaeology and the legal frameworks surrounding the preservation and management of submerged archaeological sites. It provides an in-depth analysis of the international conventions and agreements that have been established to safeguard cultural artifacts and sites that lie beneath the world s oceans, seas, and rivers. Gómez s work highlights the importance of protecting underwater cultural heritage, which includes ancient shipwrecks, sunken cities, and various artifacts that have been preserved under the sea for centuries. He discusses the unique challenges and legal complexities that arise in this field, such as jurisdiction issues, the prevention of looting and illegal trafficking of cultural goods, and the collaboration between states and international organizations. With a specific focus on Spain, the author examines the country s rich maritime history and the legal measures it has adopted to protect its underwater cultural heritage. This includes an exploration of Spain s involvement in the development of international conventions, such as the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage (2001). The book also covers the national legislation and policies implemented by Spain to safeguard its extensive coastal and underwater archaeological sites, and the management and conservation practices employed. This scholarly work offers a detailed overview of the legal aspects related to underwater cultural heritage protection, contributing to the understanding of the global efforts to preserve this often overlooked part of the world s cultural legacy.