Very good paperback copy; edges somewhat slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 138, [6] p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 25 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (p. [139]) and index. Subjects; Cook, James 1728-1779 Travel Pacific Area. Cook, James 1728-1779 Voyages around the world History 18th century. Explorers Great Britain Biography. 1 Kg.

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Title: Captain Cook in the Pacific / Nigel Rigby and Pieter van der Merwe ; with an introduction by Glyn Williams
Publisher: London : National Maritime Museum
Publication Date: 2002
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0948065435
ISBN 13: 9780948065439
Binding: Soft cover
Edition: First Edition.
Weight: 1 kilogram

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An informative look at the three great Pacific voyages of one of the world's greatest scientific explorers, with chapters detailing the human implications of Captain James Cook's 'discoveries', exploration, ship contruction and art.

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Pieter van der Merwe is the National Maritime Museum's General Editor.

Nigel Rigby is head of research at the National Maritime Museum.

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