Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 133234285X ISBN 13: 9781332342853
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating historical record recounts the tragic events of Captain James Cook's death in 1779, offering a detailed account of the fateful encounter that ended the famed explorer's life. The author, an eyewitness to the incident, provides a nuanced account, placing the events within the broader context of Cook's final voyage and his interactions with the native Hawaiian population. Through a careful analysis of the circumstances leading up to the confrontation, the book sheds light on the complex dynamics between the explorers and the indigenous people they encountered, highlighting the cultural misunderstandings and miscommunications that contributed to the tragic outcome. The author's firsthand perspective offers a unique and insightful lens into this pivotal moment in history, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in maritime exploration, Hawaiian history, or the legacy of Captain James Cook. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 133234285X ISBN 13: 9781332342853
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 133234285X ISBN 13: 9781332342853
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.