The Death Of Captain Cook And Other Writings By David Samwell

The voyages of Captain Cook are endlessly fascinating to a wide audience, and no aspect of them has been more controversial than Cook's death. This book contains introductory essays that discuss Samwell's contribution to our understanding of the dramatic period in Pacific and maritime history, and examines the personality and career of Samwell.

• | By (Author): Nicholas Thomas
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• | Publisher: University of Wales Press
• | Publication Date: May 09, 2007
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 180 pages
• | Language: Not available
• | Binding: Paperback|Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0708320732
• | ISBN-13: 9780708320730