A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean

Undertaken, by the command of His Majesty, for making discoveries in the Northern Hemisphere: to determine the position and extent of the west side of North America, its distance from Asia, and the practic

Autori

• James Cook
• James King

Parametri

• 516 pagine
• 19 ore di lettura

• Enciclopedie
• Mappe e viaggi

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The book presents a detailed account of an expedition commissioned by the British monarchy to explore the Pacific Ocean and assess the geography of North America, particularly its western coastline and proximity to Asia. This reprint of the original 1784 edition offers insights into early exploration, navigation, and the scientific inquiries of the time, making it a valuable resource for those interested in maritime history and exploration.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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