The Life of Captain James Cook - Beaglehole, John Cawte

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The Life of Captain James Cook by Beaglehole, John Cawte Format: Hardcover with Dust JacketPublished by Hakluyt Society, 1974 Captain James Cook is the greatest explorer-seaman of all time, yet the world had to wait almost two centuries for the first full-scale biography to do justice to the man and his achievements. The culmination of the life work of the most distinguished historian of Pacific exploration, this lavishly illustrated biography places Cook in the context of his times and affirms his eminence in the history of maritime discovery.Product image is for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product offered for sale. Show more