Captain James Cook, The Circumnavigator (1907)

Captain James Cook, The Circumnavigator is a biographical account of the life and adventures of the famous British explorer, James Cook. Written by Arthur Kitson and first published in 1907, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Cook's life, from his early years as a farmhand in Yorkshire to his rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy and his eventual command of three historic voyages of discovery to the Pacific.The book covers Cook's many accomplishments, including his mapping of the coastlines of New Zealand and Australia, his discovery of the Hawaiian Islands, and his exploration of the Antarctic Circle. It also delves into Cook's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Batts and his relationships with his crew and the indigenous peoples he encountered on his voyages.Throughout the book, Kitson provides detailed descriptions of Cook's ships, equipment, and scientific instruments, as well as the challenges and dangers he faced on his expeditions. He also explores the impact of Cook's discoveries on the world, including the colonization of Australia and the spread of European influence in the Pacific.Overall, Captain James Cook, The Circumnavigator is a fascinating and informative account of one of the greatest explorers in history, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and adventure.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.