Captain James Cook (1728-1779) is renowned for leading three expeditions into the vast and uncharted waters of the Pacific Ocean. He was the first westerner to survey and map New Zealand; Australia and the Pacific Islands; forming the modern image of the world and finally defeating the idea of a mythical southern continent. This book documents Cooks voyages and reproduces around 500 original items collected by him and the international team of scientists and artists accompanying him. As early as the end of the 18th century; many of the ethnographic and natural history objects from diverse Pacific cultures; which were accrued during the three Cook voyages; were dispersed into various collections. Now; for the first time; they are reassembled here. The ethnographic exhibits are supplemented by magnificent paintings and drawings; which offer a fascinating insight into the explorers euphoric yet curious view of the exotic South Sea landscapes. Ship models; original sea charts and navigation instruments also provide a vivid introduction to the world of James Cooks voyages.
#937995 in Books 1999-06-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.30 x 1.00 x 8.00l; 2.47 #File Name: 0500050937224 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. a fine addition to the series of chronicles of various rulers ...By John Sloana fine addition to the series of chronicles of various rulers - This one provides excellent chronological and dynastic backbone and skeleton on which a teacher can flesh out a course on Russian history. The biographical sketches are well written and sufficient.. Illustrations are fine as well0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The strong and the weakBy charlesVery well written; covers a lrg. range of hist. I would suggest that if one does not have ;at least; a middle knowledge of Imperial;the book may be tedeious. As for a historical (first person) report this vol. is quite special If the Romanovs interest you; jump in and learn a lot from a small book. Book: AAAAA0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well putBy King JoffreyLove the history of the Tsars and how they described the rulers in detail
