Captain Cook's Voyages: With An Account Of His Life During The Previous And Intervening Periods (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163150177)

Captain Cook's Voyages: With An Account Of His Life During The Previous And Intervening Periods is a comprehensive biography of Captain James Cook, the legendary British explorer and navigator who made three major voyages across the Pacific Ocean in the 18th century. Written by Andrew Kippis, a prominent English nonconformist minister and biographer, the book chronicles Cook's life from his humble beginnings as a farm labourer in Yorkshire to his rise as a celebrated naval officer and explorer. The book covers Cook's three major voyages, including his discovery of the east coast of Australia, his exploration of the South Pacific islands, and his attempt to find the fabled Northwest Passage. Kippis provides a detailed account of the challenges and triumphs of each voyage, including the interactions with indigenous peoples, the mapping of new territories, and the scientific discoveries made by Cook and his crew. In addition to the voyages, Kippis also delves into Cook's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships. He explores Cook's character and personality, as well as his relationships with his crew and superiors. The book also examines the social and political context of Cook's era, including the British Empire's expansion and the scientific revolution. Overall, Captain Cook's Voyages: With An Account Of His Life During The Previous And Intervening Periods is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in the history of exploration. It provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Cook's life, achievements, and legacy, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century exploration and discovery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Andrew Kippis
ISBN-10: 1163150177
ISBN-13: 9781163150177
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 452
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d