Voyage Towards The South Pole And Round The World Volume 2

Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World Volume 2

by James Cook

This volume recounts the second leg of Captain James Cook's extraordinary journey around the world. Having debunked the myth of a vast southern continent, Cook charts a course back to England, navigating through the Pacific islands, encountering new lands, and making meticulous observations. The narrative is enriched by Captain Furneaux's journal, offering a parallel perspective on the voyage during their separation. This book serves as a vital historical document, capturing the spirit of exploration and scientific discovery that defined the 18th century.

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James Cook

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James Cook was a British explorer, navigator, cartographer, and captain in the British Royal Navy, famous for his three voyages between 1768 and 1779 in the Pacific Ocean and to New Zealand and Austra...

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