The wide wide sea : imperial ambition, first contact and the fateful final voyage of Captain James Cook
by Sides, Hampton (Author)
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Summary
"From New York Times bestselling author Hampton Sides, an epic account of the most momentous voyage of the Age of Exploration, which culminated in Captain James Cook's death in Hawaii, and left a complex and controversial legacy still debated to this day On July 12th, 1776, Captain James Cook, alrea... Full description
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Main Language
English
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English
Edition
First edition.
Subjects
Cook, James, > 1728-1779 > Travel.
Cook, James, > 1728-1779 > Death and burial.
Voyages around the world > History > 18th century.
Scientific expeditions > History > 18th century.
Pacific Area > Discovery and exploration > British.
Oceania > Discovery and exploration > British.
Pacific Coast (North America) > Discovery and exploration > British.
Northwest Passage > Discovery and exploration > British.
Northeast Passage > Discovery and exploration > British.