1728-1779

Presents selections from the journals of Captain James Cook in which he provides a personal account of his three exploratory voyages to New Zealand, Australia, and islands of the Pacific in 1768, 1772, and 1776. Includes maps, a glossary, and indexes of people and places.

Examines the accomplishments of eighteenth-century English captain James Cook, known for his voyages into unknown seas claiming land for his country, opening trade routes, and solving the mystery of scurvy.

The life of seafarer Captain James Cook, whose boldness in dangerous situations made him a great navigator and explorer.

Examines the three voyages and discoveries of England's eighteenth-century explorer, Captain James Cook.

Uses excerpts from the journal of a twenty-five-year-old American sailor to chronicle the final voyage of Captain James Cook in 1776.

A fictionalized journal relates the experiences of a young stowaway from 1768 to 1771 aboard the Endeavor which sailed around the world under Captain James Cook.

Provides information about the life and accomplishments of eighteenth-century English explorer James Cook, discussing his contributions to geography, his work to improve the treatment of sailors, and his discovery of lands for Britain.

An illustrated biography of eighteenth-century English explorer Captain James Cook, which describes his voyages across the Pacific Ocean and his experiences in Australia and Hawaii.