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Title: The Three Voyages of Captain Cook Round the World. Vol. VI. Being the Second of the Third Voyage
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "The Three Voyages of Captain Cook Round the World. Vol. VI. Being the Second of the Third Voyage" is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The work chronicles the remarkable journeys of Captain James Cook, detailing interactions with indigenous peoples and various discoveries across the Pacific islands, particularly focusing on the Society Islands and the coast of North America. With detailed observations and accounts, the text aims to provide an insightful glimpse into the cultural contexts and natural observations made during these expeditions. The opening of this volume introduces readers to Captain Cook's continued voyages after leaving the Friendly Islands. It describes a series of events where his crew encounters the island of Toobouai, observing its geography and the customs of its inhabitants. Notable moments include the crew's interaction with the locals and the arrival at Otaheite (Tahiti), where relations, trade, and even a peculiar welcome by a local chief unfold. The narrative hints at the complexities of Cook's relationships with the indigenous people, especially through the character of Omai, a Tahitian who traveled with Cook and navigated his own social reacceptance. Through these initial chapters, the reader is drawn into the rich tapestry of exploration, cultural exchanges, and the challenges that arise from these encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cook, James, 1728-1779
EBook No.: 62507
Published: Jun 28, 2020
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Explorers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject: Cook, James, 1728-1779 -- Travel
Subject: Voyages around the world -- History -- 18th century
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Three Voyages of Captain Cook Round the World. Vol. VI. Being the Second of the Third Voyage
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Three Voyages of Captain Cook Round the World. Vol. VI. Being the Second of the Third Voyage" is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The work chronicles the remarkable journeys of Captain James Cook, detailing interactions with indigenous peoples and various discoveries across the Pacific islands, particularly focusing on the Society Islands and the coast of North America. With detailed observations and accounts, the text aims to provide an insightful glimpse into the cultural contexts and natural observations made during these expeditions. The opening of this volume introduces readers to Captain Cook's continued voyages after leaving the Friendly Islands. It describes a series of events where his crew encounters the island of Toobouai, observing its geography and the customs of its inhabitants. Notable moments include the crew's interaction with the locals and the arrival at Otaheite (Tahiti), where relations, trade, and even a peculiar welcome by a local chief unfold. The narrative hints at the complexities of Cook's relationships with the indigenous people, especially through the character of Omai, a Tahitian who traveled with Cook and navigated his own social reacceptance. Through these initial chapters, the reader is drawn into the rich tapestry of exploration, cultural exchanges, and the challenges that arise from these encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cook, James, 1728-1779
EBook No.: 62507
Published: Jun 28, 2020
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Explorers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject: Cook, James, 1728-1779 -- Travel
Subject: Voyages around the world -- History -- 18th century
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.