Bibliography of Captain James Cook, R.N., F.R.S., Circumnavigator

Bibliography of Captain James Cook, R.N., F.R.S., Circumnavigator. Edited by M.K. Beddie. First published in 1928, this copy is the revised & updated SECOND EDITION, published 1970. Voluminous reference. Includes bibliography, errata, addenda, plus index. Preface by A.J. Dunston & G.D. Richardson. Introduction to the second edition by M.K. Beddie. From inner front flap of dustjacket: "This second edition has been fully revised and enormously extended, to make it by far the outstanding guide to sources of information on the great navigator. It lists, systematically and accurately, the great wealth of record, mainly in Australia, relating to Cook, his voyages, and his associates. It covers manuscripts, books, charts, portraits, pictures, medals and even relics. A full index is provided. This edition has been published by the Council of the Library of New South Wales to mark the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia, and as a continuing memorial to the man himself". This copy includes a 2-page laid-in newspaper article regarding The Art of Cookery & maritime fare on the Endeavor (from The Weekend Australian, January 31-February 1, 1998). Printed in Australia. Bound in original blue cloth with gilt lettering to spine, in publisher's unclipped pictorial dustjacket. Slight handling wear, otherwise a nice clean tight solid hardcover copy. The dustjacket is now protected in a removable clear mylar cover. Thick heavy volume, extra shipping may be required. xvi + 894pp. SB-5.