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The wide wide sea : imperial ambition, first contact and the fateful final voyage of Captain James Cook
Sides, Hampton2024
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From New York Times bestselling author Hampton Sides comes an epic account of the most momentous voyage of the Age of Exploration - the fateful final journey of Captain James Cook. On July 12th, 1776, Captain James Cook began his third voyage in HMS Resolution. Two-and-a-half years later, in Hawaii, Cook was killed - stabbed by the indigenous population. What brought Cook to this end, so far from his reputation? Cook was renowned for humane leadership, dedication to science and respect for indigenous societies. Cook's new voyage carried secret orders, and the Captain grew strange, delivering savage punishments and leading his ships into danger. The mission revealed the sharp edge of a colonial sword, leaving catastrophe in its wake. And, on the shores of Hawaii, Cook's expedition finally tore itself apart...
Main title:
Author:
Sides, Hampton, author
Imprint:
[London] : Penguin Michael Joseph, 2024.©2024
Collation:
xxiii, 408 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly colour), map ; 25 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 361-388) and index.
ISBN:
9780241437377978024143737797802414373779780241437339
Dewey class:
910.92B910
Language:
English
Subject:
Cook, James, 1728-1779 -- TravelCook, James, 1728-1779 -- Death and burialVoyages around the world -- History -- 18th centuryScientific expeditions -- History -- 18th centuryPacific Area -- Discovery and exploration -- BritishOceania -- Discovery and exploration -- BritishPacific Coast (North America) -- Discovery and exploration -- BritishNortheast Passage -- Discovery and exploration -- BritishNorthwest Passage -- Discovery and exploration -- BritishArctic regions -- Discovery and exploration -- British
BRN:
560986
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumaris Library | Adult Non Fiction - Countries | 910 SID | Onloan - Due: 08 Sep 2025 |
| Brighton Library | Adult Non Fiction - Countries | 910 SID | Onloan - Due: 10 Aug 2025 |