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Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook

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"Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, performed by Captain James Cook," authored by Andrew Kippis, is a comprehensive account of the renowned explorer's three epic voyages of exploration during the 18th century. This book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of ideas that are comprehended into a single draft to read by readers of several age groups. Captain James Cook, a British navigator, undertook these journeys to various regions, including the Pacific Ocean and the coastlines of continents. Andrew Kippis, a biographer and nonconformist minister, compiled this narrative by drawing from Cook's journals and accounts of his voyages. The book vividly describes Cook's encounters with indigenous peoples, his mapping of new territories, and his contributions to the fields of geography, anthropology, and natural history. Kippis provides a meticulous portrayal of Cook's navigational skills, scientific observations, and diplomatic interactions with local populations. The narrative offers insight into the challenges and discoveries of these remarkable expeditions, highlighting Cook's determination to expand geographical knowledge and bridge cultural divides.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9789359321684
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 332
  • Udgivet:
  • 1. november 2023
  • Størrelse:
  • 140x19x216 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 422 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 14. december 2024
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"Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, performed by Captain James Cook," authored by Andrew Kippis, is a comprehensive account of the renowned explorer's three epic voyages of exploration during the 18th century. This book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of ideas that are comprehended into a single draft to read by readers of several age groups. Captain James Cook, a British navigator, undertook these journeys to various regions, including the Pacific Ocean and the coastlines of continents. Andrew Kippis, a biographer and nonconformist minister, compiled this narrative by drawing from Cook's journals and accounts of his voyages. The book vividly describes Cook's encounters with indigenous peoples, his mapping of new territories, and his contributions to the fields of geography, anthropology, and natural history. Kippis provides a meticulous portrayal of Cook's navigational skills, scientific observations, and diplomatic interactions with local populations. The narrative offers insight into the challenges and discoveries of these remarkable expeditions, highlighting Cook's determination to expand geographical knowledge and bridge cultural divides.

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