Articles from issues of "National Geographic" magazine describe the history and inhabitants of the Hawaiian Islands, New Guinea, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, and other Pacific island civilizations.
Presents a children's atlas on the continent of Australia and includes information on Australia's states and territories, its climate, people, plants, and animals, as well as some of the natural wonders of Australia.
A rough seaman falls in love with a spirited lady headed for a post as a missionary on the doomed South Pacific island of Laysen. Includes an extensive introduction, with photographs, discussing the long-lost manuscript by Mitchell and how it came to the attention of the editor.
Presents a brief biography of eighteenth-century British explorer and navigator James Cook, describing his three great voyages of exploration in the South Pacific Ocean, as well as for his attempt to find a Northwest passage across the North American continent.
Profiles the countries and independencies of South America and Oceania, providing information about the geography, history, and economy of each, as well as a data file, map, flag illustration, and photographs.
Tells the story of French artist Paul Gauguin's sojourn in Tahiti where he traveled in 1891 and remained two years creating some of his most memorable paintings.
Examines the life of Captain James Cook, a British explorer and scientist, including his early life, his many Pacific voyages, and his death and legacy.
